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Women, State, and Ideology: Studies from Africa and Asia
Contributor(s): Afshar, Haleh (Editor)

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 ISBN: 0887063942     ISBN-13: 9780887063947
Publisher: State University of New York Press
OUR PRICE: $33.20  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: June 1987
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BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Feminism & Feminist Theory
- Social Science | Women's Studies
Dewey: 305.420
LCCN: 86014432
Physical Information: (0.88 lbs) 245 pages
Themes:
- Sex & Gender - Feminine
Features: Glossary
 
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Women, State, and Ideology examines the underlying ideologies that make female subordination a universal experience. It analyzes government policies directed at women in African and Asian countries. It argues, too, that ideologies which oppress women are removed only by prolonged struggle--and then only after fundamental political and social changes have been made.

The authors evaluate different policies aimed at women in Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Iran, Malaysia, China, India, Israel, and Vietnam. Despite different political, social, and economic conditions, there exists a general assumption that women should be responsible for domestic duties. Drawing on new research, the authors indicate that these different national contexts require separate emphases and tactics. One common factor is clear, however--that despite many setbacks, a growing consciousness exists among women, as well as increased opposition to oppressive measures.
 
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