Alexandria Moore answers “Some troublesome misogyny from the...”

A Goodreads user asked this question about 1984:

Some troublesome misogyny from the book: At one point, Julia asks Winston what his first impressions of her were. And he states: "'I hated the sight of you...I wanted to rape you and then murder you afterwards." When I read this, I was like----WTF!!?? Anyone else have similar reaction and/or insight into this strange and troubling moment in the book?

Alexandria Moore You are not the only one! This struck me, too when I read it. This part in the book (and others) made me question the the author and people in general…moreYou are not the only one! This struck me, too when I read it. This part in the book (and others) made me question the the author and people in general. It just showed to me how widely people perceive women as being worthy of dominating in such a way. And how acceptable that belief is! There is some misogyny in the book, and it should be noted and unaccepted. Some internal misogynist people may think this isn't a big deal and not worth commenting about. But it IS a big deal. Perceptions like that shouldn't be taken lightly. (less)

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