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INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "My Body offers a lucid examination of the mirrors in which its author has seen herself, and her indoctrination into the cult of beauty as defined by powerful men. In its more transcendent passages . . . the author steps beyond the reach of any 'Pygmalion' and becomes a more dangerous kind of beautiful. She becomes a kind of god in her own right: an artist." ―Melissa Febos, The New York Times Book Review A "MOST ANTICIPATED" AND "BEST OF FALL 2021" BOOK FOR VOGUE TIME ESQUIRE PEOPLE USA TODAY CHICAGO TRIBUNE LOS ANGELES TIMES SHONDALAND ALMA THRILLEST NYLON FORTUNE A deeply honest investigation of what it means to be a woman and a commodity from Emily Ratajkowski, the archetypal, multi-hyphenate celebrity of our time Emily Ratajkowski is an acclaimed model and actress, an engaged political progressive, a formidable entrepreneur, a global social media phenomenon, and now, a writer. Rocketing to world fame at age twenty-one, Ratajkowski sparked both praise and furor with the provocative display of her body as an unapologetic statement of feminist empowerment. The subsequent evolution in her thinking about our culture’s commodification of women is the subject of this book. My Body is a profoundly personal exploration of feminism, sexuality, and power, of men's treatment of women and women's rationalizations for accepting that treatment. These essays chronicle moments from Ratajkowski’s life while investigating the culture’s fetishization of girls and female beauty, its obsession with and contempt for women’s sexuality, the perverse dynamics of the fashion and film industries, and the gray area between consent and abuse. Nuanced, fierce, and incisive, My Body marks the debut of a writer brimming with courage and intelligence. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Metropolitan Books


Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 9, 2021


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250817862


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 60


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.4 x 0.9 x 7.85 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #273,494 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #16 in Social Activist Biographies #40 in Popular Culture in Social Sciences #41 in General Gender Studies


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    • The muse becomes the artist
Format: Hardcover
As a guy who’s never read a book of this kind, and who honestly didn’t know much about her prior to reading her snippet in NY mag, I found the book to be very sharp, vulnerable, and honest. It reads like a conversation that you’re having with a cool friend of yours. It’s unpretentious and highly relatable, yet very enlightening. She is a natural writer, and the atmospheres that she creates are palpable, and although we’re worlds apart as people, it’s not hard to see yourself in her shoes. You watch her make her mistakes, each time feeling empowered in the moment, only later realizing how she’s actually being used as an object for someone else’s sexual desire, and struggle along the way to discover what actual power or control she has in the system. By the time the book culminates imo in “men like you” watching her release her anger at all of these situations is almost cathartic, albeit uncomfortable for her. Even though in her dreams she has no punch, in real life she really connects. In the end you feel her coming into her body again and feeling the love around her and the power that comes with trusting and listening to her body and letting go and you begin to feel happy for her, as if she’s gotten one step closer to true empowerment, the cultivating of her own inner peace. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2021 by Daniel
    • An unflinching look at what the female body means, and not just physically
Format: Kindle
I believe I was raised to respect women as equals, though as I’ve grown up, I’ve come to realize they’re probably more often superior to men. There are certain individuals in this book that did not treat the author respectfully, though she walks a fine line between calling them out and taking back the power for herself. I did not at any point feel that she was part of the Cancel Culture that pervades society today. I think she wants to point out how women in her industry, and probably anywhere and everywhere, can be treated when they are objectified. I do believe she is aware that she is probably considered one of the more attractive people in popular culture right now, but her writing, which is actually quite strong throughout, is not pretentious or snobby. I’m not sure if I would call it down to earth, but she is definitely aware of her flaws and makes no secret of them here. The book is raw, emotional, and feels genuine, it feels like it was written to get some of her feelings down on paper, and also not just to make others try to understand her, but to help her understand herself. I don’t think this book is for everyone, but as a heterosexual white male in his early/mid thirties, I felt there was more than enough that I could empathize with, learn about, and appreciate in this book, and I hope it helps others keep a more open mind of what life can be like for women today. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2022 by Rob V
    • Amazing!!
Format: Paperback
I only learned of this author a few months ago. I am from the generation of Kate Moss and super thin models being the unattainable norm for beauty. The author is much younger than myself and my generation but it seems that some things never change. She discusses the complexities of womanhood and all things related to our bodies, bodies image, ideal beauty standards and how men play so heavily into all of that. Overall, the author doesn't say this but if I read between the lines well enough, she is pretty angry that basically the same old beauty norms still apply today for women. Little, if any, change towards equality has been established. She is angry that the skinnier she is, the higher her pay check. Her being nude in a video propelled her to the top over night, not having clothes on or being a great model. All of these things seems to make her angry or at least annoyed. She is so relatable on so many levels even though she is hailed as the body of this generation and as an international beauty. All of the complexities of what her parents and society told her about beauty and sexuality are relatable to any woman of any age. In some ways this book heals my soul as a woman who has experienced so many of the same messages she has been told. Yet she is famous, beauty and hailed as the body of this generation and she feels the way I have felt many times in life. But in another way, the book makes me angry as a woman. It just highlights what is still wrong in the world and men and society norms. Even with every millienal out there on the street fighting for women's empowerment; yet. it seems that no matter what, women will never be completely free of the issues around our bodies, beauty and sexuality. Great book! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2022 by Zoomer12
    • Very good book 📕
Format: Hardcover
I have enjoyed reading this book
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2026 by Eblouissant Mind
    • Basically my intro to Ratajkowski
Format: Kindle
I'd vaguely heard of her a couple years ago, but had no clue who she was until this book came out. And she's a good writer. If one views this as essays about a young woman trying to figure life and feminism out, it will work better for the reader. She is young, she is contradictory, but she knows it. Even were she not a model, I feel like she delves into the complications of being hot, hounded by men for that hotness, and trying to maneuver her way around those things. I appreciate that she's vulnerable and honest about her need for male validation, even as she realizes that's a monumentally bad idea. I get some people hated this. That's completely valid. But I couldn't be more than frustrated by her, in the same way there are women I love who are treated similarly by men and crave their validation. Yes, she's a hot girl; but why does the world feel like it has a right to a woman's body, no matter who she is, how she looks, or what she shows to the public? This is just her story, her experience with that, even if it's a narrow one. Basically a woman can't win. Really, I just wanted to scold her and then give her a big hug. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2022 by rj_perry
    • AMAZING heartfelt book!
Format: Kindle
Thank you so much for writing this Emily! I appreciate your honesty and insight! Your complicated feelings about earning a living off your image, while also trying to not be only viewed as a sex symbol was super powerful to read. It also helped me confront my own biases, like dismissing influencers or really gorgeous women or women posing in sexual pictures as shallow (often without realizing it) instead of viewing them as fully complicated humans (and yes writing this I realize how horrible it sounds, especially as I’m a woman myself). I will view such images and the women behind them differently now that I’ve read your book. Thank you for writing this and I wish you and your family much peace and joy. I devoured this in a day (while procrastinating on my job cause I kept wanting to go back and read more :) ) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2021 by Anam Javed
    • One of a kind - a fantastic foray into this genre One of a kind - a fantastic foray into this genre
Format: Paperback
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I wanted to start reading more memoirs, so I began by picking up a copy of Emily Ratajkowski’s debut. I had always been fascinated by her life & career trajectory & was interested to learn more through her own words. Ratajkowski’s novel is honest, unflinching, emotional, & memorable. I never felt like her writing was contrived or overly stylized. It felt like a friend reciting their life story to you. I found myself unable to put it down. I hope she continues to write more in the future & pursues more memoir work, because it definitely seems to be a great skill of hers. I’d highly recommend this book for those who’d like to start getting more into memoirs & who want to begin with a shorter read. Overall, this is a very well-written & entertaining look into an even more interesting life. Job well done, Ms. Ratajkowski! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024 Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024 by Loya
    • Incredible book!
Format: Hardcover
Emily wrote an amazing book! From writing about extraordinary things like her modeling career to writing about the daily struggles of being a woman in a patriarchal society. Everyone can find something to relate to in this book. So beautifully written and so easy to read! I looked forward to coming home and reading this book every single day! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024 by Anna

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