Nancy Friday
Born in 1933
Philosophy
Nancy Colbert Friday was an American author who focused on female sexuality and liberation.
Her work challenged outdated ideals of womanhood, arguing that these restrictive norms were unrepresentative of women's true inner lives.
Friday believed that openness about women's hidden desires could lead to greater self-acceptance and enjoyment.
She emphasized that societal expectations, rather than malicious intent, were responsible for limiting women's sexual expression.
Friday advocated for equal openness and acceptance between men and women, asserting that this would benefit both genders.
Her writings aimed to encourage women to embrace their authentic selves and sexual desires without shame or restriction.
