How to Say No to a Rapist and Survive is a book by Frederic Storaska that was published by Random House in 1975.
 First edition | |
| Author | Frederic Storaska |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Published | 1975 |
| Publisher | Random House |
| Publication place | United States |
| Pages | 237 |
| ISBN | 9780394495798 |
The book, which stressed that potential victims try a variety of non-physical techniques such as feigning pregnancy, vomiting, and trying to outwit the attacker,[1] received mixed reception. It was praised by The Sioux City Journal, praised it as "well-written and relevant reading", and complimented Storaska's emphasis on treating the rapist not as a monster but as a human being.[2] Kirkus Reviews criticized the writing.[3] Anatole Broyard of The New York Times Book Review wrote, "his common-sensical recommendations would seem to apply in any case".[4]
Author Frederic Storaska was a prolific lecturer on the subject of rape prevention.[5]
A film of the same title was released in 1975.[6]
The author's qualifications and expertise were criticized in 1976.[7][8] Fred Bruning of Newsday noted that Storaska was without credentials or publications in scholarly journals and found that a number of experts were skeptical of his views.[1] The book and its author received additional attention when a woman who had seen the film followed its advice and was nearly raped.[6]
References
edit- ^ a b Bruning, Fred (1976-09-12). "Controversy Surrounds Program of Rape Prevention Expert". Los Angeles Times – via Proquest.
- ^ Marks, Sue (1978-04-02). "Storaska's book offers sound advice on sexual assault". Sioux City Journal. p. 22. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ "Book Reviews, Sites, Romance, Fantasy, Fiction". Kirkus Reviews. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ Broyard, Antole (1975-02-27). "Books of The Times: What Do You Say After 'No'?". New York Times Book Review – via Proquest.
- ^ Jones, Judy (1976-04-14). "Author speaks on rape prevention". The Park City Daily News. p. 4. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ a b "Bunk Advice from film: How to Say No to a Rapist and Survive". The Vancouver Sun. 1977-12-30. p. 2. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ "Author Frederic Storaska: Anti-Rape Crusader or Profiteer?". The Cincinnati Enquirer. 1975-06-01. p. 157. Retrieved 2020-08-11.
- ^ "NOW wants investigation of rape-prevention 'expert'". The Charlotte Observer. 1975-05-23. p. 17. Retrieved 2020-08-11.