Moje rudá knížka
(My red book) Book not yet available in English
Summary:
Menstruation is a natural process, but it is often kept quiet. But can it be interesting, inspiring, or even funny? Graphic designer Lenka Blažejová believes it can. That’s why she wrote and created a picture book in which you will learn interesting facts from history and the present. Who was the inventor of sanitary pads, when did the adhesive revolution come, and who is the “menstrual man” in India? You will discover why red is better than blue and why menstrual blood is valued. You will learn how mood swings are related to the ebb and flow of hormones and the cycle of nature, and that this is perfectly normal. The book is dedicated to all people who menstruate, but it will certainly entertain others as well.
Edited by: Gender Studies, o p.s. - Knihovna Jiřiny Šiklové
Comment:
This short non-fiction book introduces readers to the topics of reproductive health and feminism through light humor and engaging illustrations. The author addresses the shame associated with menstruation and attempts to break this taboo through empathetic and science-based arguments. The book offers a wealth of advice, as well as historical facts about menstruation, which help to break down the stereotypes that force women to remain silent about their periods. It seeks to encourage women to challenge patriarchal ideas about femininity, understand their bodies, and stop apologizing for them.