The Fruit of Knowledge
Summary:
No other part of the human body has evoked as much passion over the centuries as what is known as the “female sexual organ”. What exactly is it? And why do we have such an extremely problematic, polarized, loving, and hateful relationship with it? Swedish author of provocative comics Liv Strömquist brings Stone Age women, ancient Greeks, Sigmund Freud, Sleeping Beauty, and many others to the stage, creating an impressive portrait of the female reproductive system. You will learn not only about the secrets of the female orgasm and menstrual myths, but also why female genitalia are censored on the copper plate that humanity sent into space.
Edited by: Gender Studies, o p.s. - Knihovna Jiřiny Šiklové
Comment:
The Fruit of Knowledge is a unique comic book that destigmatizes and demystifies topics related to the female body, specifically the reproductive organs. It describes the development of attitudes toward female reproductive organs and female sexuality throughout history, how sexism has influenced scientific research and knowledge, and how some sexist views still persist. Based on facts, it debunks many myths and shows why it is important to dispel them.