Laura Barcella (Books)

Laura Barcella Books

Laura Barcella's writing delves into themes of feminism and female empowerment, often intersecting with sharp critiques of pop culture. Her work offers a perceptive look at how societal forces shape individual lives, presented with an engaging and thought-provoking voice. As a journalist, she has explored a diverse range of subjects, providing insightful commentary on contemporary issues. Her approach consistently encourages readers to engage critically with the world around them.

Fight Like a Girl

256 pages
9 hours of reading

3.9(298)Add rating

Feminism is a hot topic. The battle for gender equality is being fought by everybody from politicians to indie social media campaigners, celebrities to school girls. But how did we get here and who paved the way for today's badass women? Fight Like a Girl profiles 50 fearless women - both the historical icons and the unsung heroes - such as Mary Wollstonecraft, Frida Kahlo and Roxane Gay. Each extraordinary life story is accompanied by a stunning portrait, along with eye-opening sidebars on their hard-fought causes and their iconic quotes. Be inspired by their stories, arm yourself with their knowledge, get active and FIGHT LIKE A GIRL. AUTHOR: Laura Barcella is a writer, editor, and forever feminist. She's the author of The End: 50 Apocalyptic Visions From Pop Culture That You Should Know About... Before It's Too Late; the co-author of Popular: The Ups and Downs of Online Dating From the Most Popular Girl in New York City; and the editor of Madonna & Me: Women Writers On the Queen of Pop. Find her online at laurabarcella.com and on Twitter at laurabarcella.