The Gilman, Charlotte Perkins 1860-1935 creator text utu 2002 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Man-Made World; Or, Our Androcentric Culture" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a sociological critique written in the late 19th century. The book examines the pervasive influence of male-centered ideology on society and culture, arguing that this androcentric perspective has shaped human understanding and institutions, leading to a systemic undervaluation of women's roles and contributions in various fields. The opening of this work sets the stage for Gilman's exploration of human nature by employing an analogy with sheep to discuss the instincts that guide males and females in the animal kingdom. She elaborates on the distinctions between masculine and feminine traits, suggesting that societal norms have artificially positioned masculinity as the default standard for all human characteristics. Gilman contends that this misunderstanding has distorted the perception of human qualities, emphasizing the need to recognize and appreciate the full spectrum of both sexes' contributions to society. Additionally, she hints at the consequences of this male dominance on aspects such as family structures, roles, and broader social dynamics, paving the way for her detailed analysis in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2002-01-01 Produced by Christopher Hapka, and David Widger Original publication data not identified Women -- Social and moral questions Women -- Social conditions HQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3015 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3015 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133106.0 3015