‘Steve is twice the Aussie icon you will ever be’: Germaine Greer, the Crocodile Hunter’s death, and nationalistic misogyny (original) (raw)

This article analyzes the hostile backlash faced by Germaine Greer following her controversial remarks on the death of wildlife presenter Steve Irwin, examining the intertwined discourses of nationalism and misogyny present in the emails directed at Greer. The author highlights the gendered nature of the hate directed towards Greer, reflecting broader societal tensions regarding femininity, authority, and Australian identity. By exposing these responses, Greer’s archive serves as a vital resource for understanding how public feminist figures are often silenced and marginalized, reinforcing the need to critically engage with the digital misogyny that targets outspoken women.