Donath, Orna
Regretting Motherhood: A Study
- ISBN 13:
- 9781623171377
- author:
- Donath, Orna
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- North Atlantic Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.80(d)
- Genre:
- Sociology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Regretting Motherhood: A Study by Orna Donath explores the societal pressures that force women into motherhood and the often-overlooked possibility that women who choose not to become mothers may regret it. Drawing on years of research, sociologist Donath examines the cultural assumptions surrounding motherhood and its impact on women's lives. Through her study, Donath highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of women's choices and the consequences of these decisions. She argues that the taboo surrounding women who opt out of motherhood is not only unfair but also prevents us from considering alternative paths for women. This thought-provoking book offers a timely examination of the complex issues surrounding motherhood, reproductive rights, and women's lives in contemporary society.