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bell hooks

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Nobell hooks is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.

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Ranking Timeline

1981D$0.01M

"Ain't I a Woman?" published

Her first major work laid the groundwork for critical race theory.

1984C$0.05M+$0.04M

Feminist Theory Published

Her feminist theory gained traction with college students.

1994C$0.2M+$0.15000000000000002M

Teaching at City College

She began teaching at City College in New York City.

2000C$0.5M+$0.3M

Critical acclaim and recognition

She gained recognition for her perspectives on feminism.

2004C$1M+$0.5M

Teaching at Berea College

She accepted a position as a professor at Berea College.

2014C$2M+$1M

Continued writing and lectures

She continued to lecture and write until her death.

2021C$3M+$1M

Passing and end of legacy

She passed away and leaves a legacy as a feminist intellectual.

2026C$3M

Enduring Legacy of Work

Her books remain highly influential within the fields of feminist and race studies

Last updated: February 21, 2026