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Essay heading: Germaine Greer
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July 9, 1997 |
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Greer is either one of two things; an intellectual feminist who nobly breaks outmoded social dictates, or a woman with little relevance who might be ignored. Historians continue to remain divided about her, but for Greer, breaking social taboo is simply part of her persona. Her latest book did nothing in her favour ? it furthers her contentious position in the eyes of many...
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Her latest book did nothing in her favour ? it furthers her contentious position in the eyes of many. The Beautiful Boy ¬ contained hundreds of photos of naked and semi-naked boys, and critics stampeded to either attack or defend her actions. Greer intended the book to be an "appreciation of the short lived beauty of boys," but recently acknowledged that some will read it and call her a paedophile; "It's going to get me into a lot of trouble...
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