The Reasonable Woman: A Guide to Intellectual Survival [Paperback]

Wendy McElroy (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1998

Have you, as a woman, ever felt frustrated while engaged in a discussion on some important topic? Do you feel constrained when attempting to express your ideas and views to others? Do you find yourself at a loss for words? Have you been labelled 'unreasonable' by the men in your life? Have you been told you are too emotional or that women just tend to be that way? Well, help is on the way! Wendy McElroy has broken through the wall of sexual stereotyping to offer the perfect guide to help women recognise their mental power, learn to reason effectively, and use this resource to succeed in love, work, and life. Designed for all women who want to explode the label of being 'unreasonable', this volume outlines the tools needed for readers to realise their intellectual potential. McElroy's delightful and informative book will help you win arguments; rise above intimidation; and successfully express yourself in private or in public, even in the face of hostility. This valuable self-help and women's studies guide includes the psychological dimensions of reasoning, emotional 'barriers', how to break the fear of error, and arguing to win.

Product Details

• Paperback: 250 pages
• Publisher: Prometheus Books; 1st edition (April 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1573922080
• ISBN-13: 978-1573922081
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,926,667 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A Serious Controversy About TRW, January 12, 2011

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George H. Smith (Bloomington, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Reasonable Woman: A Guide to Intellectual Survival (Paperback)

A serious controversy has attended TRW ever since its publicaton. Specifically, the allegation is that over half of it is plagiarized. This charge was leveled not only by myself (who wrote the original manuscript from which much of TRW was taken) but also by respected academics, such as Sharon Presley, a retired professor of psychology who has her own books available on Amazon.

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It is very disturbing to read long passages -- indeed, entire chapters -- under the name of someopne else, especially when you once considered that person a trusted friend and did everything in your power to help her professionally.

I have no explanation for this outrage. You will need to ask Wendy McElroy that question. But I ask that you take a look at the evidence. It is overwheming.

George H. Smith

10 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful with Illuminating examples from her life!, June 30, 2002

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T. J. Olson (Boulder, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Reasonable Woman: A Guide to Intellectual Survival (Paperback)

Wendy writes in a most accessible style. Contrary to some other's opinions, I found her personal examples and object lessons as both instructive and illuminating! My own life has experienced parallels, even if in less formal ways.

But the best reason to get this book is to enjoy sharing it!
Wendy--thank you for taking the time to write it!

PS Again, contrary to those who think she's anti-feminist, think again! Individualist feminism means not having to apologize for being who you are, and not kow-towing to the pervasive "group think" of orthodox gender-feminazis! Brava!

9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, helpful and exceptionally well written, January 23, 2002

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Steven Jones (Tennessee USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Reasonable Woman: A Guide to Intellectual Survival (Paperback)

Wendy McElroy is one of the best in the business at expressing complex ideas in clear and concise terms. She debates issues not on emotion or in terms of 'I win, you lose', but rather in terms of getting down to what matters. This book is excellent for helping others, men and women, to learn how to get past the spin and the reactionary smokescreens in order to get down to the heart of the matter...Wendy debates with men and women on volatile issues every week. She is experienced and knowledgeable, as well as highly respected by both sides of the gender debates. These qualities shine through in this book and make it a must read.