| Description |
xvi, 308 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Series |
Contemporary world issues |
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Contemporary world issues.
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| Summary |
Feminism: A Reference Handbook presents a broad overview of feminist history. The author identifies and defines second- and third-wave feminism, and offers a glimpse into the issues and orientations of modern feminist thinking. This comprehensive volume also features a chronology, biographies of influential feminists, and a focus on issues that concern feminists. Readers will find a diverse selection of quotations, a directory of feminist organizations, and a list of selected print and nonprint resources, including Internet sites. A glossary of important terms and a thorough index complete a volume that will appeal to students, librarians, those with an interest in women's studies, and women's advocacy groups |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Feminism -- United States -- History -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Feminist theory -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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| LC no. |
98002970 |
| ISBN |
0874368944 |
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0874368626 alkaline paper |
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