InferiorInferior: How Science Got Women Wrong-And the New Research That's Rewriting the Story

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For centuries, it was widely accepted that women were the inferior sex, with their bodies deemed weaker and minds feebler. Influential figures like Charles Darwin perpetuated the notion that women were less evolved, and male scientists sought to support this belief. From intelligence to behavior, science portrayed men and women as fundamentally different, with women relegated to roles centered on family and empathy, while men were seen as superior in logic and spatial reasoning. However, a significant shift in research is challenging these long-held views. The emerging data reveals a new understanding of women as strong, strategic, and intelligent individuals. Acclaimed science writer Angela Saini explores this transformative narrative, highlighting science's historical failure to accurately represent women. Through personal stories and controversial studies, she examines the ongoing gender debates within biology, psychology, and anthropology. This work presents a necessary re-evaluation of women's roles in science and society, showcasing the rediscovery of women's bodies and minds in a more equitable light.