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Relinquished: The Politics Of Adoption And The Privilege Of American Motherhood,New
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Dares to imagine a different world where Americans treat adoption like the justice issue it is. Washington PostImpressively reported[Sisson] uses her deep well of knowledge to make the case that adoption is no solution for Americans reduced access to abortion. San Francisco ChronicleA powerful decadelong study of adoption in the age of Roe, revealing the grief of the American mothers for whom the choice to parent was never realAdoption has always been viewed as a beloved institution for building families, as well as a mutually agreeable common ground in the abortion debate, but little attention has been paid to the lives of mothers who relinquish infants for private adoption. Relinquished reveals adoption to be a path of constrained choice for those for whom abortion is inaccessible, or for whom parenthood is untenable. The stories of relinquishing mothers are stories about our country's refusal to care for families at the most basic level, and to instead embrace an individual, private solution to a largescale, social problem.With the recent decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization revoking abortion protections, we are in a political moment in which adoption is, increasingly, being revealed as an institution devoted to separating families and policing parenthood under the guise of feelgood familybuilding. Rooted in a longterm study, Relinquished features the indepth testimonies of American mothers who placed their children for domestic adoption. The voices of these women are powerful and heartrending; they deserve to be heard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and the Privilege of American Motherhood'? A: The book explores the complex issues surrounding adoption, particularly focusing on how it relates to motherhood and the political landscape of abortion in America. It highlights the experiences of mothers who relinquish their children for adoption and critiques the societal structures that affect these decisions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Relinquished' is Gretchen Sisson, who has conducted extensive research on adoption and related social justice issues.
- Q: What are the key accolades that 'Relinquished' has received? A: The book is a finalist for the 2024 National Book Critics Circle Awards in Nonfiction and the 2024 Goddard Riverside Stephan Russo Book Prize for Social Justice.
- Q: How many pages is the book? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Relinquished' have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Relinquished' published? A: The book was published on February 27, 2024.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: While there is no specific age designation, the themes and discussions in 'Relinquished' are geared towards adults and may be particularly relevant for those interested in social justice, adoption, and women's rights.
- Q: Does 'Relinquished' provide real-life testimonies? A: Yes, the book features in-depth testimonies from American mothers who have placed their children for adoption, offering personal insights into their experiences.
- Q: Is there a focus on recent political events in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses the implications of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, which revokes abortion protections, and its impact on the adoption landscape.
- Q: What is the overall message of 'Relinquished'? A: The book aims to shed light on the often-overlooked narratives of mothers who relinquish their children for adoption, advocating for a deeper understanding of adoption as a social issue rather than merely a personal choice.