All About Betty Friedan

Explore the life, works, and lasting impact of Betty Friedan, a major figure in the second-wave feminist movement.

Diving into her impact

Uncover the various facets of Betty Friedan's contributions to society and women's rights.

The Feminine Mystique

Learn about Friedan's most influential writing and how it contributed to the second-wave feminist movement.

Life So Far: A Memoir

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How Betty Friedan Changed Our Lives

Examine how the public discussion of personal struggles connects to larger societal issues.

Finding Our Way

Learn how Friedan paved the way for modern feminist movements today.

Who was Betty Friedan?

Betty Friedan was an American activist and writer who is often credited with starting the second-wave feminist movement. She was born in February of 1921 in Peoria, Illinois, and died in February of 2006. 

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Dive deeper into the life and work of Betty Friedan and understand her influence on second-wave feminism in the United States of America.