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By Rebecca Solnit
Published: 2015
""The things that we understand are always more complex than we can imagine, and often what we don't understand is at the very center of who we are.""
A landmark essay that went viral, inspired the word ?mansplaining,” and prompted fierce arguments.
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“"The things that we understand are always more complex than we can imagine, and often what we don't understand is at the very center of who we are."”
Men Explain Things to Me
By Rebecca Solnit
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Rebecca Solnit is an acclaimed American author, historian, and activist known for her insightful essays and narrative non-fiction. She is the author of numerous notable works, including "Men Explain Things to Me," "A Field Guide to Getting Lost," and "The Mother of All Questions." Solnit's writing often explores themes of feminism, politics, and the environment, characterized by lyrical prose and sharp cultural critique. She is a prominent voice in contemporary literature, blending personal narrative with historical context to engage readers in complex societal issues.
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