49 pages • 1 hour read
Eve EnslerThe Vagina Monologues
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1996A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Vagina Monologues by V (formerly Eve Ensler) is a play comprised of monologues exploring diverse experiences related to being a woman. V interviewed over 200 women for stories touching on themes like rape, menstruation, self-discovery, and pleasure. The 20th anniversary edition also includes "Spotlight Monologues" and details about the global activist movement V-Day. The text features graphic depictions of various forms of violence against women.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler is widely praised for its powerful, candid exploration of women's experiences and sexuality, promoting empowerment and social change. Critics commend its bold, unapologetic narrative, though some feel its approach can be overly provocative or lacks representation of all perspectives. It remains a significant, thought-provoking work.
Who Should Read The Vagina Monologues?
Readers who relish candid discussions on women's issues, similar to those found in The Feminine Mystique by Betty Friedan, will appreciate The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler. This book is ideal for those interested in feminist literature and social justice, offering a profound exploration of female sexuality and empowerment.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Play: Drama
Drama / Tragedy
Classic Fiction
Gender / Feminism
Love / Sexuality
Women's Studies (Nonfiction)
Identity: Femininity
Identity: Sexuality
Values/Ideas: Art