I’ve dabbled in extreme feminism—reading some of the books, taking part in some of the discussions, and especially being outspoken about absolutely everything that I’ve learned and come to understand—but I’ve never read the Scum Manifesto in it’s entirety. What a shame!

I’m almost finished with it now. I must say, Solanas is absolutely brilliant, if completely mad (but really, what great revolutionary wasn’t blantantly insane, at least by society’s standards?). I’m taking a lot of ideas and truths out of it, and I can not wait to start a stir with what I’ve learned.

A classic of extreme, but incredibly perceptive, writing.

Solanas’ language is rich with flavour – almost poetical, I find myself reading it aloud whenever I pick up the book.

Her analysis into education, community, work and other social issues is fascinating – some great insights.