Lord knows Simone de Beauvoir's “The Second Sex” is one of the most important feminist tomes in the history of feminist tomes.
So, when Knopf released a new translation of Second Sex this week you might think that the Times would have rushed to press with tasty tidbits previously mistranslated or left wadded on the editing room floor by the original publisher. You'd be wrong. The Times decided to write about of all things, Ms. Beauvoir's looks. Oh sweet irony.
Frankly, it was an interesting article (you can read it here in full) and a nice glimpse into the life and fashion thoughts of an icon. I've always thought Beauvoir was a natural beauty that had the kind of wit and vivacity that would still make her a force to be recconed with if she were still with us today.
At least the Times acknowledged it was being reductionist and superficial. (grin)
I don't know about you, but I'm going to pick up the new version and reaqaint myself with The Second Sex. It's been more than a few years since I've studied the tome and now seems like a good a time as any.
Happy Reading All!!!
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