"One of the most important sociology books of the decade. In addressing crucial public policy issues in an engrossing and accessible manner, she has attracted an attentive audience that extends far beyond academic sociology."--Marion S. Goldman, "American Journal of Sociology"About the AuthorKristin Luker is Professor of Law and Sociology at the University of California Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall). She is also the author of Dubious Conceptions: The Politics of Teenage Pregnancy (1996) and, with Jean Fox O'Barr, Feminism in Action: Building Institutions and Community through Women's Studies (1994). can you get college textbooks on kindle Abortion the Politics of Motherhood
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. RecommendBy robertHad to buy for a class, but it was a very inerestung read. Gives insight that I didn't have before. Recommend.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I thought I understood abortion before, but this book ...By Jake OrlandoI thought I understood abortion before, but this book really opened my eyes. It gives a thorough explanation of the roots of the "debate" and what it really means. A must-read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must read!By smstephReally great book on the history of abortion, focusing on California, up until the decade following Roe. Found Luker's predictions for the future have mostly turned out. Meticulously researched - great text for academics and laypersons alike.