The Future That Was by Durba Mitra is a compelling history of Third World feminism’s struggle against authoritarian power. Blending political history with feminist thought, this book traces how activists and intellectuals across the global South challenged oppression, reshaped public debate, and imagined more just futures.
Readers interested in feminism, social movements, and modern political history will find a nuanced, deeply researched account that connects gender, decolonization, and resistance. It is an insightful read for anyone seeking to understand how feminist politics evolved in the face of state control and ideological conflict.
