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The Female Fear / Book Review, Emily Adler
The Female Fear / Book Review, Emily Adler
Emily S. Adler
These four books written by feminists with both academic and activist credentials contribute to our understanding of how violence against women forms an integral aspect of male dominance. They challenge the myths of home as haven and of men as protectors of women.
Victimology, Emily Adler
Victimology, Emily Adler
Emily S. Adler
Until recently, the family sociology literature has been characterized by a conspicuous absence of research on marital violence. Efforts to fill this gap are evidenced by a growing body of material in the area. It is in this context that Victimology's Special Issue on Spouse Abuse and Domestic Violence makes a worthwhile contribution to the effort to expose the problem and propose solutions.