Buttocks Quote by Germaine Greer
“The most popular image of the female despite the exigencies of the clothing trade is all boobs and buttocks, a hallucinating sequence of parabolae and bulges.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Female Eunuch by Germaine Greer, 1970
The quote critiques how media and fashion often reduce women to exaggerated sexualized bodies, ignoring their full humanity.
In simple terms: Women are often shown only as sexual objects.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge reductive portrayals.
Themes
gender
media
body image
feminism
representation
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
social
cultural
When to use this quote
- advertising
- fashion shows
- social media
- news commentary
Key Concepts
objectification
sexualization
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this portrayal affect women's self‑esteem?
- What alternatives can media offer?
A Different Perspective
May overlook positive empowerment narratives in some contexts.
