Issues in Feminism: An Introduction to Women's Studies

by Sheila Ruth

An introductory text, with contemporary and historical readings, for courses in feminism and women's studies, revealing gender issues in family relationships, work, the media, education, and popular culture. Covers the dynamics of patriarchy, images of men and women, legal and economic discrimination, and feminist issues, events, and documents. Readings include the NOW Bill of Rights, and pieces by Sojourner Truth, Kate Millet, and Emma Goldman, as well as contemporary writers such as Anita Hill, Riane Eisler, and Maya Angelan. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Genres: Gender, Feminism, Nonfiction, Womens, Reference, Politics

577 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1980