What a masterful breakdown (and takedown) of the word "bitch."

Stollznow waltzes us through the history of the term, how it's been used, and what it means across different times, places, and people. Ultimately, I found this text deeply satisfying: confirming most of my held beliefs about the word and why we shouldn't use it, while also adding nuance and context that I wasn't aware of. I appreciated the intersections of class and race, as well.

I recently reviewed another book, a YA novel, where I bemoaned the use of the word. This text just cements my perspective. What great timing! "Bitch" does have its place in history and on occasion even in modern vernacular, but it's largely a deeply sexist word, and mostly we still use it that way. Here's some of my favourite exceptions: bitchin'! Nightbitch! Bad bitch (thanks Bey!) and Bitch Magazine!

The narration by the author was superb. Absolutely no complaints. Stellar delivery.