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Women Strike For Peace: Traditional Motherhood And Radical Politics In The 1960S (Women In Culture And Society)
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Women Strike For Peace Is The Only Historical Account Of This Groundbreaking Women'S Movement. Amy Swerdlow, A Founding Member Of Wsp, Restores To The Historical Record A Significant Chapter On American Politics And Women'S Studies. Weaving Together Narrative And Analysis, She Traces Wsp'S Triumphs, Problems, And Legacy For The Women'S Movement And American Society.Women Strike For Peace Began On November 1, 1961, When Thousands Of White, Middleclass Women Walked Out Of Their Kitchens And Off Their Jobs In A Oneday Protest Against Soviet And American Nuclear Policies. The Protest Led To A National Organization Of Women Who Fought Against Nuclear Arms And U.S. Intervention In Vietnam. While Maintaining Traditional Maternal And Feminine Roles, Members Of Wsp Effectively Challenged National Policiesdefeating A Proposal For A Nato Nuclear Fleet, Withstanding An Investigation By The House Committee On Unamerican Activities, And Sending One Of Its Leaders To Congress As A Peace Candidate.As A Study Of A Dissident Group Grounded In Prescribed Female Culture, And The Struggle Of Its Members To Avoid Being Trapped Within That Culture, This Book Adds A Crucial New Dimension To Women'S Studies. In Addition, This Account Of Wsp'S Success As A Grass Roots, Nonhierarchical Movement Will Be Of Great Interest To Historians, Political Scientists, And Anyone Interested In Peace Studies Or Conflict Resolution.Swerdlow Has Recreated A Unique Piece Of American Political History, A Chapter Of The International Peace Movement, And An Origin Of The Modern Feminist Movement. No Historian, Activist, Or Selfrespecting Woman Should Be Without Women Strike For Peace. It Shows Not Only How One Group Of Women Created Change, But Also How They Inevitably Changed Themselves.Gloria Steinem
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has three hundred twenty-six pages. It's a comprehensive account of the Women Strike for Peace movement.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a paperback edition. The flexible binding makes it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Women Strike for Peace'? A: The author is Amy Swerdlow. She is a founding member of the Women Strike for Peace organization.
- Q: What is the main topic of this book? A: The book discusses the Women Strike for Peace movement in the 1960s. It explores how women challenged political policies while maintaining traditional roles.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study. It provides a historical account valuable for women's studies and political science.
- Q: What kind of audience would appreciate this book? A: Historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in peace studies would appreciate this book. It offers insights into grassroots activism.
- Q: How can I use this book for research? A: You can use this book as a primary source for research on women's movements. It includes narrative and analysis of the Women Strike for Peace.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for young adults? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for young adults. It addresses themes of activism and political engagement relevant to contemporary issues.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures nine point one inches in length, six point one inches in width, and zero point eight seven inches in height. These dimensions make it a convenient size for reading.
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- Q: How do I keep this book in good condition? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid bending the pages or spine.
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- Q: Is this book a good gift for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, this book makes a great gift for history enthusiasts. It covers a significant chapter in American history related to women's activism.
- Q: What if I have questions about the book content? A: If you have questions about the book content, consider reaching out to book clubs or forums dedicated to women's studies for discussions.