I'm also 67. I remember the patronization of women, and applaud the brilliance of Shulie's response. However, it was clearly a first response to an intolerable social order. All movements have their fiery beginnings. It's the fuel that brings about change. Shulie's writing's must be placed in the context of the movement, not as a prescription for social interaction between men and women. I admire her ability to pack a punch. The male dominated world of the mid-twentieth century quickly learned that head patting was dangerous. Given Shulie's facile intelligence and insight, some messages along the way in the way of further writings would have been appreciated.
I'm also 67. I remember the patronization of women, and applaud the brilliance of Shulie's response. However, it was clearly a first response to an intolerable social order. All movements have their fiery beginnings. It's the fuel that brings about change. Shulie's writing's must be placed in the context of the movement, not as a prescription for social interaction between men and women. I admire her ability to pack a punch. The male dominated world of the mid-twentieth century quickly learned that head patting was dangerous. Given Shulie's facile intelligence and insight, some messages along the way in the way of further writings would have been appreciated.