Women have been labeled witches for centuries, but the term also carries power. From the 14th century to the present moment, these books explore the nuances of that power.

Women have been labeled witches for centuries, but the term also carries power. From the 14th century to the present moment, these books explore the nuances of that power.
For over four decades, Carrie Mae Weems has used the camera to capture what it means to be alive in our time.
One woman’s exploration of her calling as both woman and artist.
In her photo series “Lideresas” (“Female Leaders”), Spanish photographer and architect Ana Amado switches male protagonists for women in iconic photographs.
Although men make up the vast majority of prison inmates, it is women who largely bear the brunt of the challenges spurred by the mass incarceration crisis.
In her new short film, “Bird Watching,” Anne Hollowday explores the ways women are seen in society.
Despite the strides that have been made in recent decades toward understanding mental illness, we’re still uncomfortable admitting that women can be violent—a discomfort that may have dangerous consequences.
It took me 25 years to learn what finding common ground really meant. This became evident when I was living with a new roommate a year ago who turned out to be far different than I’d imagined when I interviewed her.
For my mother and grandmother, going to work each day and coming home with a paycheck was not an option.
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