Writers born on February 4

Take a focused look at the writers born on February 4. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1921 Betty Friedan

  Betty Friedan was an influential American feminist writer and activist, best known for her 1963 book 'The Feminine Mystique', which is credited with sparking the second wave of feminism in the United States. She was a co-founder and the first president of the National Organization for Women (NOW), playing a key role in advancing women's rights and social change in … [bio]