This coursebook introduces students to feminist jurisprudence. The first three chapters develop the historical range of feminist theories. Subsequent chapters examine topics such as violence, reproduction, intimate relationships, children, employment, and education. Extensive readings, cases, and text notes encourage detailed, rigorous analysis and critical thinking.


Imprint: West Academic Publishing
Series: American Casebook Series
Publication Date: 12/29/2017

Cynthia Grant Bowman, Cornell University Law School

Laura A. Rosenbury, University of Florida College of Law

Deborah Tuerkheimer, Northwestern University School of Law

Kimberly A. Yuracko, Northwestern University School of Law

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