Abortion & the Politics of Motherhood

After reading some of The Brethren by Bob Woodword, I was interested in reading the actual legal opinions of the Supreme Court in 1973 RE Roe v Wade and Doe v Bolton. I these on the Internet and read the majority and dissenting opinions. I wanted to understand their reasoning a little better. I don't have a legal background but have studied some philosophy and psychology.As I recall, this book was more about what was happening in society that the author thought or discovered as contributing to Roe v. Wade. Although I have not finished it, I am pleasantly surprised. She is a good writer, doesn't get too technical in legal language, her research and conclusions really do help make sense of how things - and help me understand what was going on in society, in certain professions, etc. She does not seem to favor one side or the other but has written a book to help people understand either side, as far as I can tell. That's why I like it so far.

Kristin Luker has not taken sides in this book and is very helpful in discerning historical background; this is more based toward anti-abortion, though. (More pages that focus on anti-abortion)

great book, great condition, still on my bookshelf

Luker understands the sub-texts underlying this debate they remain he sane as when the book was written--no possibility of conversation is offered because I suspect there is none but one thing is for sure the question if not a eight question it is a class (and race question)

Really great book on the history of abortion, focusing on California, up until the decade following Roe. Found Luker's predictions for the future have mostly turned out. Meticulously researched - great text for academics and laypersons alike.

From what I have read in this book, there is a clear agenda against any society that does not embrace complete autonomy of the woman. No one matters except the woman to this author, citing only examples that are ambiguous and biased at best, and making sensational claims against any assumed dissenters. Stomach turning read.

Had to buy for a class, but it was a very inerestung read. Gives insight that I didn't have before. Recommend.

Excelent book...changed completely my view on the abortion politics and controversies.

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