In Politics with Beauvoir Lori Marso treats Simone de Beauvoir's feminist
theory and practice as part of her political theory, arguing that freedom is
Beauvoir's central concern and that this is best apprehended through the
notion of the encounter.
The book delves into the lives and writings of both historical and contemporary feminist thinkers, highlighting their ongoing struggle to balance political engagement, intellectual pursuits, and the realities of femininity. Through the works of influential figures like Mary Wollstonecraft and Simone de Beauvoir, alongside modern voices such as Audre Lorde and Azar Nafisi, it offers a unique personal perspective on feminist theory. The author examines how evolving ideas of femininity impact women's lives, enriching the discourse on what it means to "have it all."