Women and Politics in Latin America
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This book provides a comprehensive view of women's political participation in Latin America. Focusing on the latter half of the twentieth century, it examines five different arenas of action and debate: political institutions, workplaces, social movements, revolutions, and feminisms. Nikki Craske explores the ways in which women have become more effective in the public arena as the context of politics has altered. Craske demonstrates how gender relations shape political institutions and practices while simultaneously being shaped by them. She examines the moments when women's action has challenged received ideas, and had a significant impact on the political life of Latin American nations. Women remain heavily underrepresented in political lie, despite their important role in popular movements against authoritarianism, Craske states, and posits that the economy is a substantial constraint on women's political participation. This powerful book analyzes the gains made since the 1950s while scrutinizing the challenges and difficulties which still constrain women's political participation.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0813526930
ISBN13:9780813526935
Release Date:March 1999
Publisher:Rutgers University Press
Length:272 Pages
Weight:0.86 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Related Subjects
Activism Comparative Politics Feminist Theory Gender Studies Government Hispanic American Studies International Relations Legal Theory & Systems Nonfiction Non-US Legal Systems Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences Specific Demographics Women's StudiesCustomer Reviews
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Globalizing gender Studies
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Finally a comprehensive textbook, of real pedagogical value for professors, ready to incorporate Women and Politics in Latin America in their syllabi. The survey and analysis of machismo is exhilarating. great job!
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