Leora Tanenbaum Books

A growing movement among women in America is challenging the male-dominated structures of various religions, including Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. These women seek equality in spiritual practices and reject traditional interpretations that diminish their roles. Instead of leaving their faith, they are advocating for reform within their religious communities, aiming to create meaningful connections with the divine while honoring their traditions. This shift represents a powerful transformation in the landscape of religious practice, emphasizing women's rights and spiritual equality.

Girls may be called "sluts" for any number of reasons, including being outsiders, early developers, victims of rape, targets of others' revenge. Often the labels has nothing to do with sex -- the girls simply do not fit in.  An important account of the lives of these young women, Slut! weaves together powerful oral histories of girls and women who finally overcame their sexual labels with a cogent analysis of the underlying problem of sexual stereotyping.Author Leora Tanenbaum herself was labeled a slut in high school.  The confessional article she wrote for Seventeen about the experience caused a sensation and led her to write this book.

Exploring the intersection of fashion and health, this book encourages women to make informed choices about their footwear. It combines essential medical insights from podiatric experts with a historical perspective on high heels and practices like Chinese foot binding. Additionally, it delves into the debate surrounding cosmetic foot surgery and includes intriguing psychological insights from Freud regarding women's shoes and sexuality, all presented in a lighthearted manner.

Focusing on the contemporary issue of slut-shaming, the author examines its heightened impact in the digital age of sexting and social media. She highlights the dangers of the sexual double standard and its harmful effects on young women. Through insightful analysis, the book provides wisdom and practical strategies to combat these negative influences, empowering readers to navigate and challenge societal norms surrounding sexuality.

Exploring the dynamics of female competition, the book delves into the sneaky and aggressive behaviors women often exhibit toward each other. Through extensive research and real-life examples, it examines the psychological and social factors that foster rivalry instead of camaraderie among women. By leveraging key studies in psychology and social movements, the author sheds light on the pressures that shape these adversarial relationships, offering a thought-provoking analysis of women's interactions in contemporary society.

"Catfight: Women and Competition" by Leora Tanenbaum explores the competitive dynamics among women, revealing how societal conditioning fosters rivalry instead of camaraderie. Analyzing various life arenas, Tanenbaum reflects on her own experiences and insecurities, challenging the notion of "catfights" with a blend of sociological insight and feminist critique.

Exploring the complex relationship between self-expression and societal expectations, Leora Tanenbaum examines why many young women embrace revealing clothing and provocative social media posts while simultaneously seeking to shield themselves from unwanted attention. The book delves into the contradictions of modern femininity, highlighting the tension between empowerment and vulnerability in the digital age. Through insightful analysis, Tanenbaum sheds light on the motivations behind these behaviors and the cultural pressures that influence them.

Alles, was Sie schon immer über High Heels wissen wollten… …und alles, was sie wissen sollten! Schuhe üben auf Frauen einen Zauber aus, den andere Kleidungsstücke nicht haben. Oft ist das, was Frauen an Schuhen lieben, dieser erregende Schauer von ungeahnten Möglichkeiten, von Erwartung. Wenn ich diese Schuhe trage, werde ich ein neuer Mensch – ein besserer Mensch – ein Mensch, den andere furchtlos und aufregend finden. Dann bin ich nicht länger eine Frau, die ungeschickt umherstapft und dahinschlappt. In diesen Schuhen kann ich lebenslustig, trendy, unberechenbar sein. Damit ist alles möglich. Die Autorin, selbst bekennende High-Heels-Trägerin, plädiert für einen respektvolleren und (selbst-)bewussteren Umgang mit dem eigenen Körper. Ein erfrischender Weckruf für Schuhe liebende Frauen, mehr auf die Gesundheit ihrer Füße zu achten. Egal ob High Heels oder Flip Flops: Ja, Frau kann auch in „klugen“ Schuhen elegant und sexy sein. Die Autorin deckt auf, wie in unserer sexuell übersättigten Gesellschaft High Heels zum vermeintlichen Symbol für Macht, Freiheit und vor allem sexuelle Identität geworden sind. Tanenbaum führt uns durch die Geschichte der High-Heels: angefangen mit der chinesischen Methode des Füßebindens, über Freuds Ansichten zu Frauenschuhen und Sex, bis hin zur aktuellen Diskussion über kontroverse Praktiken der Schönheitschirurgie.