Interdisciplinary Views on Abortion: Essays from Philosophical, Sociological, Anthropological, Political, Health and Other Perspectives - Softcover

 
9780786434947: Interdisciplinary Views on Abortion: Essays from Philosophical, Sociological, Anthropological, Political, Health and Other Perspectives
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0786434945 ISBN 13: 9780786434947
Publisher: McFarland & Co, 2009

Synopsis

This book examines issues surrounding abortion and abortion practices in the United States through the perspectives of multiple disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, philosophy, community health, theology, and political science. The essays parallel the interdisciplinary nature of feminist and women's studies, situating abortion within a wider understanding of the impact of reproduction on women's lives and their health. The contributing authors provide an accessible summary of the numerous topics surrounding abortion, and the essays reflect both original research and scholarly discourse on existing research and literature.

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About the Authors

Susan A. Martinelli-Fernandez is a professor of philosophy and an associate dean of Western Illinois University's College of Arts and Sciences.

Lori Baker-Sperry is an associate professor of women's studies at Western Illinois University.

Heather McIlvaine-Newsad is an associate professor of anthropology at Western Illinois University.

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This book examines issues surrounding abortion and abortion practices in the United States through the perspectives of multiple disciplines, including sociology, anthropology, philosophy, community health, theology, and political science. The essays parallel the interdisciplinary nature of feminist and women's studies, situating abortion within a wider understanding of the impact of reproduction on women's lives and their health. The contributing authors provide an accessible summary of the numerous topics surrounding abortion, and the essays reflect both original research and scholarly discourse on existing research and literature.

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Publisher
McFarland & Co
Publication date
2009
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0786434945
ISBN 13 
9780786434947
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
223
Editor
Martinelli-Fernandez Susan A., Baker-Sperry Lori, McIlvaine-Newsad Heather