Mary Ziegler
Roe: The History of a National Obsession
Roe: The History of a National Obsession
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Mary Ziegler, a leading U.S. expert on abortion law, explores the many meanings associated with Roe v. Wade over its fifty-year history, arguing that it has had a hold on us beyond polarized abortion politics. She identifies inconsistencies and unsettled issues in our abortion politics and urges us to rediscover the nuance in the meaning of Roe itself.
Format: Hardback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 10 March 2023
Publisher: Yale University Press
The landmark Roe v. Wade decision, which legalized abortion in the United States in 1973 and was subsequently overturned in 2022, has had a profound and multifaceted impact on American society over the past fifty years. In her comprehensive book, Abortion Law Expert Mary Ziegler delves into the various meanings and interpretations of this decision, exploring its far-reaching consequences.
Ziegler argues that Roe v. Wade went beyond its initial purpose of protecting the privacy of the doctor-patient relationship and took on a broader significance. It forced society to confront complex issues such as sexual violence, judicial activism, restraint, racial justice, religious liberty, and the role of science in politics.
Through her meticulous research and analysis, Ziegler identifies the inconsistencies and unsettled issues in our abortion politics. She encourages readers to rediscover the nuanced meanings of Roe v. Wade itself, rather than relying solely on polarized narratives.
This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the ongoing implications of Roe v. Wade and the broader debate surrounding abortion rights in the United States. It provides a valuable perspective on the historical and cultural significance of this decision and its impact on American society.
Dimension: 216 x 140 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300266108
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