Biography of bell hooks, Feminist and Anti-Racist Theorist and Writerbell hooks (born Gloria Jean Watkins; September 25, 1952) is a contemporary feminist theorist who deals with issues of race, gender, class, and sexual oppression. She took her pen name from her maternal great-grandmother as a way to honor her female ancestors and chose to use lowercase letters to get away from the ego associated with names. She has provided commentary on a wide range of topics from popular culture and writing to self-esteem and teaching. FOR MORE
Who Was bell hooks, And Why Does Ron DeSantis Want Her Erased From AP Black Studies? FOR MORE
Originally posted Nov 22, 2022
