`[Ann Oakley's] writings are witty and sharp; she is enormously well read, and...very versatile...[she] writes in a straightforward way.' Tribune In this impressive collection of essays and poems, Ann Oakley, a sociologist responsible for shaping much of today's feminist thought, delves into issues central to the lives of today's women. Written over the last five years, these timely works are concerned mainly with motherhood, women's health, and sociology as a way of understanding the position of women. Exploring the ...
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`[Ann Oakley's] writings are witty and sharp; she is enormously well read, and...very versatile...[she] writes in a straightforward way.' Tribune In this impressive collection of essays and poems, Ann Oakley, a sociologist responsible for shaping much of today's feminist thought, delves into issues central to the lives of today's women. Written over the last five years, these timely works are concerned mainly with motherhood, women's health, and sociology as a way of understanding the position of women. Exploring the relationship between lived experience on the one hand and prevailing social and political ideologies on the other, the author covers a wide range of topics including the use of ultrasound scanning in pregnancy; the social and medical context of motherhood and women's health; and social science, which despite its historically masculine bias, offers an insight into the realities crucial to women's lives. These lucid essays combine well-documented fact with personal experience. The poems, all previously unpublished, exhibit a refreshing candor - representing life as it really is.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Notes. Pen or pencil notes in some parts of book, however this does not interfere with your use or reading.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Re-bound by library. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 600grams, ISBN: 063114773X.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pen & pencil markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Dust jacket in poor condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN: 063114773X.
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Fine in Fine jacket. First edition. Fine in fine dustwrapper. Both hardcover and dustwrapper are in nice clean condition. Please Note: This book has been transferred to Between the Covers from another database and might not be described to our usual standards. Please inquire for more detailed condition information.
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Fine in Very Good jacket. Uncorrected proof. Blue printed wrappers. Fine in a very good, oversized dust jacket with creases, and a short tear on the cover. Publisher's promotional material laid in.