Lorentzen, Lois Ann
The Women and War Reader
- ISBN 13:
- 9780814751459
- author:
- Lorentzen, Lois Ann
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- NYU Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 382
- Genre:
- Violence in society
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Women and War Reader brings together leading scholars to explore the complex experiences of women in war. This comprehensive volume examines how women are affected by conflict, their roles during wartime, and the ways in which they navigate the challenges of war. From the former Yugoslavia to South Korea, the contributors cover a range of regions and perspectives, challenging traditional assumptions about gender and war. The book delves into topics such as ethnicity, citizenship, women's agency, policy making, and motherhood, providing a nuanced understanding of the diverse ways in which women experience war. With over 35 contributors, including prominent scholars like Cynthia Enloe and Harriet Hyman Alonso, this volume offers a much-needed resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex relationships between war, gender, and society.
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