Down Girl. The Logic of Misogyny

Translated from English by Anna Lavrik. – Moscow: Gaidar Institute Press, 2025. – 456 p. 

ISBN 978-5-93255-694-8

The word “misogyny” is on everyone's lips these days, but it is often misunderstood. So what exactly is this phenomenon? Who can we call misogynists? How does misogyny differ from sexism, and why does it persist – or even intensify – even as sexist gender roles gradually disappear? In her book, moral philosopher and writer Kate Mann explores manifestations of misogyny in public life and politics. The author argues that misogyny should not be understood solely as hatred or hostility toward women as a whole. Rather, it is a complex social mechanism for controlling, punishing, and excluding women who challenge male dominance, while simultaneously rewarding those who conform to patriarchal expectations.

This book offers a deep understanding of the logic of misogyny and its destructive impact on society, challenging readers to consider how misogyny continues to shape our social norms and expectations.