The Book of Jezebel, edited by the creator of the popular feminist website with contributions from many of its writers, is an illustrated encyclopedia of "lady things." The Jezebel definition of lady things includes body parts, clothing, historical and contemporary women in pop culture, literature and politics--and women's issues related to feminism, reproductive rights and relationships. It also contains an "ode to female friendship," (mostly) humorous attacks on certain public figures and plenty of photographs and illustrations that add to the book's informational value and its hilarity.
Although often funny, The Book of Jezebel is serious in its underlying intent, aspiring to balance empowerment with femininity. It's not just for women, but for men who love them as well. --Julia Jenkins, librarian and blogger at pagesofjulia