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10291. The Status of Women in the Islamic Middle East.Overview of traditional and modern role/status of Moslem women; suggests that Islamic women are emerging as a social and political force. 18 pages, 35 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources. |
$126 |
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10203. Golda Meir.A mini-biography and summary of the accomplishments of Israel's prime minister from 1969 to 1974; her earlier roles as pioneer, ambassador and foreign minister are noted. 5 pages, 9 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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10183. Is Abortion Wrong?Considers the arguments for and against abortion rights and then makes the case against abortion, drawing on ethical, social and legal arguments. 7 pages, 10 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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10178. The Treatment of Women by the Mental Health Field.Describes sex role stereotyping and cultural attitudes regarding male and female behavior; describes how roles influence personal fulfillment; describes how mental health field has reinforced such stereotypes and how the field is changing in response to pressure. 25 pages, 33 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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10169. The Second Awakening of Christa Klages.Mararetha von Trotta's 1978 film about woman who turns to terrorism to support a daycare center is reviewed in terms of feminist and radical political issues. 5 pages, 4 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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10129. Women on Death Row.The crimes, backgrounds and living conditions of women condemned to death in the U.S. are examined; the background of execution of women is reviewed, and prospects for a resumption in the 1990s are noted. 10 pages, 21 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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10104. De Pizan's City of Ladies.The social and aesthetic functions of costume in late medieval society are explored through an analysis of Cristine de Pizan's feminist tract The City of Ladies. 14 pages, 21 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources. |
$98 |
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10103. The Depiction of Women in Modern Art.The expression of the female in modern art is examined through the various movements and major figures of European painting and sculpture, 1880-1940. The schools of Impressionism, Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism are considered, and such artists as Matisse, Picasso, Rodin, Brancusi, Arp and Dali are viewed for their portrayal of the female essence, using examples from Arnason's History of Modern Art. 20 pages, 17 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$133 |
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10020. Abortion: The Pro-Choice Argument.An argument in favor of a woman's right to choose abortion. Presents the legal, social, economic, moral and biological arguments for the pro-choice position and illustrates the falllacies in the opposition's arguments. 5 pages, 9 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09950. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'connor: A Review of Her Performance.A review of the Reagan-appointee's first term on the Supreme Court. Summarizes and reviews O'Connor's voting records on major decisions, assessing her position on individual rights, the use of deadly force, equal rights, freedom of the press, right to privacy, and abortion. Concludes that O'Connor favors a narrow interpretation of a law and order conception of justice. 13 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$91 |
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09821. American Women From Colonial Times to the Civil War.Analyzes the history of American women from colonial times to the Civil War. Details how the unique conditions of American life -- the prominence of slavery in some regions, the early shortage of women, and the generally independent character of Americans in general -- influenced gender roles, race relation family life and career choices. 11 pages, 22 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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09775. Working Women of Hong Kong.Detailed profile of female participation in Hong Kong's labor market. Considers economic, social and cultural opportunities and barriers to female employment. Issues such as occupational segregation and pay discrimination are analyzed. 20 pages, 51 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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09740. The Failure of the Equal Rights Amendment.Explores the reasons for the failure of the Equal Rights Amendment to gain approval. Considers the political history of the ERA, the judicial and constitutional problems that an amendment poses, and the nature and meaning of opposition to the amendment. 12 pages, 23 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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09730. Prostitution Should Be Legalized.Argues in favor of the legalization of prostitution based on economic and medical reasons. Maintains that the need to prevent the spread of AIDS makes a compelling case for state regulation of this age-old industry. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09675. The Dalkon Shield Scandal: A Case Study in Corporate Irresponsibility.Reviews and analyzes the facts of the Dalkon Shield product liability case against A.H. Robins. Considers Robins' motivation in marketing the product, and its tactics in defending against the liability charges. 10 pages, 26 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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09617. Economics of Comparable Worth.This term paper argues against the implementation of comparable worth. Demonstrates that gender pay inequities and female occupational segregation are more the result of compensating wage differentials and women's personal choices than employer discrimination. Maintains that the forces of supply and demand, not government regulations on job "worth" are the best objective measure of wage scales. Further argues that comparable worth programs would disturb free market labor regulation in a way which would result in both labor shortages and labor surpluses within certain occupational groups. KEYWORDS: comparable worth gender parity wages women labor force. 12 pages, 23 footnotes, 17 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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09524. Extramarital Sex: A Symbol, Not a Cause, of Marital Instability.Reviews the literature on the characteristics, occurrence, and outcomes of marital sexual infidelity and concludes that extramarital sex can be better viewed as an effect, not a cause, of marital instability. 5 pages, 12 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09507. Evita Peron and the Cult of Personality.Considers the historical and personal factors responsible for the enduring legacy of Eva Peron. Concludes that Evita was largely the maker of her own myth. 7 pages, 13 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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09488. Spouse Abuse: A Review of Three Articles.Summary review and analysis of three empirical studies published in The Journal of Marriage and the Family on the causes and components of spouse abuse. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09478. Incest and Human Sexuality.Considers social, educational, psychological, and legal problems posed by incest. Focusing on non-consensual incest, the sexual abuse of children by family members, the essay argues that incest represents a serious and pervasive social problem which has been "in the closet" for too long. 12 pages, 16 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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09477. The Courage to Heal Women Survivors of Child Abuse.Review of this book which considers the special social and psychological problems of adult female survivors of incestous abuse. 4p 4f. 1b. |
$28 |
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09448. The Emergence of Chicano Women in the American Workforce.Review of the literature on Chicano women labor force participation in the U.S. Considers cultural reasons behind the low participation rates in the past and factors such as bilingualism, education, and economic need which has encouraged more Mexican-American women to seek employment. 8 pages, 17 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$56 |
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09436. Rape: The Victim's Viewpoint.Examines rape from the victim's viewpoint, exploring its psychological, legal and social effects. Also looks at potential legal and personal preventative measures. 10 pages, 10 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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09409. Stress and Dissatisfaction in Two Earner Marriages.Overview of the inherent problems of two-earner marriages, ranging from role conflict to economic stress to jealousy. 5 pages, 10 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09386. Problems in Patriarchal Definitions of Sexuality.Argues in support of the position that sexuality must be redefined to escape from the dominance/submission model that equates sexuality with conquest. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09385. Androgyny.Argues the position that changes in sex roles towards a more androgynous stance are positive in the long-term, although they may create disturbances in the short-term. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09356. Stereotyping of Women's Sex Roles in Contemporary Art, Music and Tv Commercials.Argues that the arts and the media as a whole project demeaning sex roles for women through the process of stereotyping. 7 pages, 11 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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09334. Humor and the Women's Movement.Examines selected samples of print humor (comic strips, political cartoons, satirical essays) from the late 19th century to present in relation to the women's movement. Takes a feminist position, arguing that much of the humor ridicules women and represents resistance to social change. 12p. 27f. 11p. |
$84 |
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09258. Black Women -- Underemployed and Underpaid.Overview of Black women's employment status in the U.S., with a look at specific discrimination cases involving Black women. Concludes that Reagan's tax policies and racist and facist attitudes within the government have contributed to the plight of Black women. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09237. Women and Work in Japan.n investigation of personnel policies in Japan as they apply to women. Following a discussion of the status of women in the Japanese labor force, the analysis traces the underlying factors of personnel structure, legal sanctions, social pressures, and economic forces which keep women in a position of second-class citizenship. Includes Table of Female Workforce Rates by Occupation. 10 pages, 29 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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09232. "Marching to a Different Drummer? Sex Roles of Asian Indian Women in the United States."Summary and critique of this article drawn from Women and Therapy. The article contends that Asian indians adhere to different sex roles than native indian women. 4p. 2f. lb. |
$28 |
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09227. Changing Sex Roles.Supports the position that changing sex roles are beneficial for both men and women, increasing the chances for satisfying lives, including satisfying relationships. Considers the ways in which both male and female sex roles have changed over the past few decades. 6 pages, 8 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09210. Abortion: The Moral Issues by Edward Batchelor.Summary and analysis of this reader which surveys the current debate on abortion and supports the pro-life position from the Catholic perspective. Concludes with a personal opinion supporting the basic belief that abortion is wrong, but questioning the Church's position on birth control and sex education. 7p. 9f. lb. |
$49 |
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09189. Nutritional Requirements and Eating Disorders: The Special Problems of Women.A scientific examination of women's proclivity toward obesity and other eating disorders. Considers prevalence in the population, theories of obesity, biological differences between men and women, societal prejudices, and consequences of eating disorders. 11 pages, 22 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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09162. Women in Modern European Civilization.Examines the position of women in European society over the past three centuries in terms of their perceived and actual roles. Concludes that while most European countries have accorded women full employment, civic, and personal (divorce, abortion) rights, a persistent romantic myth of womanhood still tends to trap women into the role of wife/mother/helpmate. 5 pages, 4 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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09148. The Salem Witch Trials of 1692: Underlying Causes.An analysis which examines the underlying social, political, and economic causes for the witchcraft hysteria of l7th Century Salem, MA. Argues that no single factor was responsible; rather a combination of economic hardship, the particular social structure configurations of the time, the doctrine of Puritanism, local political divisiveness, and the possible influence of ergot poisoning. 11 pages, 23 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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09136. Women and Work.The essay addresses the current status of women in the U.S. workforce from an historical perspective. Present status is considered in terms of salary, occupational concentrations, and their status relative both to traditional roles and to the position of men. Concludes with a look to the future and speculations on the implications of the feminization of poverty. 10 pages, 26 footnotes, 11 annotated bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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09059. Women and Management.An essay addressing the current status of the professional working woman. Considers women's position relative to men, barriers to corporate entry, typical strategies employed, and issues of role conflict. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 8 annotated bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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09039. Relationships Between Magazine Producers and Consumers.This paper provides an overview and analysis of the relationship between magazine producers and their readers, considering party has more influence and power in the relationship. The role of gender issues in the relationship between magazine producers and consumers is examined. The research and views of Joke Hermes, are considered. It is argued that overall, readers have more power since magazine producers must cater to readers’ wishes and demands in order to stay in business. Free Appendix includes 5 images. TAGS: magazine journalism content producers consumers relations power gender images women submissive commodification. Harvard Style. 9 pages, 20 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. 2,176 words. |
$63 |
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09002. The Geisha Tradition in Japan.Considers the history, origins and functions of the Geisha in Japan from the l8th Century through World War II. 9 pages, 13 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$63 |
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08994. Lay Women in the Roman Catholic Church.This essay explores women's current opportunities for participation in the Church as well as the arguments for and against such participation. Argues that it is only through a part in the leadership process that women can achieve their full potential. KEYWORDS: catholic church women gender laywomen women priests deacons. 9 pages, 18 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. 2,284 words. |
$63 |
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08992. Roles and Responsibilities of Men and Women in Judaism.The roles and responsibilities of men and women in the Jewish religious practices and history are examined. The origins of the patriarchy, sex distinctions in the mitzvot, and the teachings of the Talmud and modern Responsa are reviewed. KEYWORDS: jews jewish roles judaism gender jewish religious practice mitzvot women. 19 pages, 28 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. 4,727 words. |
$133 |
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08976. Abortion: Two Arguments, One Choice.Presents the arguments for both sides of the abortion controversy and takes a position in favor of the pro-choice argument on legal, moral, social and economic grounds. 7 pages, 10 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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08934. "Ragtime" by e.l. Doctorow.The treatment of the theme of women's liberation in E.L. Doctorow's popular novel of turn of the century America is examined. Major women characters in the book are compared to their historical counterparts. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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08857. Status of Anti-Discrimination Legislation.Describes and assesses legislation implemented to protect minorities. Reviews major court cases and discusses recent changes/decisions in affirmative action. The issue of reverse discrimination is also discussed. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 18 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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08629. Women in Business -- Paths of Success.Explores some of the ways in which the role of women in business has changed during the past decade. Discusses the kinds of paths women take to achieve career success, including the kinds of jobs held, the fields that are most promising, and future possibilities. Emphasizes the methods women use to integrate themselves into a male-dominated business world. 12 pages, 12 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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08590. Eleanor Roosevelt: Growth Into Leadership.A psychohistorical examination of Eleanor Roosevelt's growth into a position of leadership at both the national and international levels. Employs Erikson's life stages theory and Maslow's motivation theory in the analysis and discussion. 10 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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08589. The Woman Leader.Considers the issue of women and leadership and how women leaders compare to men leaders. Uses attribution theory, cognitive theory, and evaluation differences as the point of analysis. 11 pages, 14 footnotes in text, 12 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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08522. A Case of Discrimination.Examines the case of the E.E.O.C. vs. Sears, Roebuck and Company for which the E.E.O.C. is currently preparing an appeal. The case focuses on Sears' allegedly discriminatory practices regarding the recruitment, hiring, and promotion of women. Considers historical background and compares arguments from each side of the issue. 18 pages, 25 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources. |
$126 |
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08519. Sexual Harassment: Implications of Vinson Versus Taylor.Explores the particulars and ramifications of this case which involved a female employee's charge that her male supervisor at a Washington, D.C. bank had sexually harassed her. Definitions of sexual harassment, historical background, and arguments from both sides are considered. 9 pages, 14 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$63 |
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08514. Development of an Agency for Children and Families.Provides a descriptive summary of a proposed agency for children and families. Includes an analysis of the external environment, agency organization, agency goals and objectives, control methods, and budget. 10 pages, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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08513. Day Care in Kuwait: A Demonstration Project.Sets up a model day care center in Kuwait. The premise of the project is that there are families in Kuwait who need day care on either a full or part-time basis in order to ensure that their children are receiving a quality level of care that reflects their values. 25 pages, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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08512. Day Care in the United States.Proves an overview of the development of the day care system in the United States, including information about its history, present components of the system, future trends, and a visit to one typical day care center. Problems are analyzed and possible solutions proposed. 25 pages, 30 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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08504. Antecedents of the 1960s Women's Rights Movement.A brief discussion and analysis of the social, economic, and historical forces that led to the women's rights movement of the 1960s. Discusses the relationship between the women's movement and those of the new left and civil rights. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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08457. Proposal for Day Care Funding.Grant proposal for a day care center to be located in a small community. The proposal includes a statement of need, program goals and objectives, operational and administrative formal, and budget. 11 pages, 0 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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08446. The Social and Personal Values of Women Combining Marriage and Career in America.Examines the social and personal values of American women who combine marriage with career, in order to see whether or not there is any truth in the accusation that women who do so inevitably neglect their families. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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08423. Abortion: The Pro-Choice Argument.Presents a summary and analysis of the arguments for the pro-choice position in the abortion debate. Examines the major political, legalistic, economic and ethical rationale behind the argument and attempts to demonstrate the fallacy behind the antiabortion pro-life position. 10 pages, 14 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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08422. Women's Progress Through Affirmative Action.Traces the changing role of women in academia and in the workforce since the 1964 passage of the Civil Rights Act, and argues that women, more than any other minority group, have benefitted from this legislation. 8 pages, 7 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$56 |
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08401. Affirmative Action: Outgrowth of Policy and Future Outlook.Examines the evidence supporting the argument that black men, more than any other designated minority group, have benefitted from EEO legislation. Real gains can be measured in terms of share in the labor force, earning power, and profiting from reverse discrimination. 8 pages, 16 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources. |
$56 |
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08400. Equal Employment Opportunity.Argues that women, more than any other designated minority group, have benefitted the most from EEO legislation. Takes a historical perspective, examining the percentage of women in the labor force and the growing earning power of women over a 20+ year period. 8 pages, 10 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$56 |
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08399. Affirmative Action in the United States.Traces the development of affirmative action, from its inception in EEO legislation through the challenges to its legality brought by businesses and individuals, and up to recent trends and new legislation. Three recent Supreme Court cases are examined. 25 pages, 58 footnotes, 33 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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08316. Role of Japanese Women in Business.Takes a historical perspective and considers the influence of western culture in assessing the role of Japanese women in the Japanese business world. Concludes that Japanese women face nearly insurmountable obstacles in finding a place in the business environment. 7 pages, 10 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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08299. Frances Perkins.A brief biography of the life, political career, and social accomplishment of Frances Perkins, America's first woman cabinet member. Discussion highlights include her activities in labor law and social security. 5 pages, 9 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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08168. San Francisco's Comparable Worth Case.Case study of San Francisco Ordinance No. 170-85 (enacted March 25, 1985) regarding comparable worth pay for clerical workers employed by the City of San Francisco. Presents historical background, discussion of related cases, arguments in favor and arguments against. 11 pages, 16 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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08131. The Catholic Church and Abortion.An historical study of the position of the Church on abortion, from the writings of the Church fathers to papal encyclicals. Notes the consistency of the Church stance, and the dilemma of modern Catholics who cannot obey it. 14 pages, 18 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$98 |
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08117. If Abortion Were Made Illegal..Hypothetical case study of a possible Supreme Court reversal of the 1973 Abortion Decision. Outlines legal precedents, case studies, and takes a pro-choice position, strongly opposing any reversal of the 1973 decision. 7 pages, 10 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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08046. Women in Management: Managing Motherhood.A consideration of the difficulties faced by a working mother. Discusses the increasing proportion of working mothers and their influence on society. Includes statistical tables. 11 pages, 10 footnotes, 20 bibliographic sources. |
$77 |
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08045. Female Labor in the Philippines.A paper which considers the various factors -- urbanization, economic development, fertility rates, religion, and educational opportunities -- which determine the rate of female labor force participation In the Philippines, and compares this case with that of other Southeast Asian nations. 22 pages, 38 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources. |
$133 |
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08043. Adoption.A study of adoption practices and procedures in the United States. Considers the variety of problems facing adoptive parents. 7 pages, 10 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. |
$49 |
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08036. "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston.A book review of a fictional memoir studying the coming of age of a Chinese girl in America and the conflict between her Chinese and American cultural upbringing. 4 pages, 7 footnotes in text, 1 bibliographic source. |
$28 |
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08034. Linguistic Sexism (A Comparison of Debeauvoir & Lakoff's Works).A study of linguistic sexism based on Simone de Beauvoir's "The Second Sex" and Robin Lakoff's "Language and Woman's Place" which analyzes the effect of specific words on sexism and the socializing role language plays. 4 pages, 8 footnotes in text, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$28 |
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08032. Kinship Among Bengali Women.A book review which discusses the role kinship plays in the life and upbringing of upper class women in modern Bengal. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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07721. Two Congresswomen: A Brief Comparison.An examination of the contrasting careers and beliefs of Rep. Barbara Mikulski and Rep. Marjorie Holt, representing Maryland's third and fourth congressional districts respectively. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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07707. Geologist Charles Lyell: Uniformitarianism and Religion.An exploration of the role religion assumed in the thought of 19th Century pioneer geologist Charles Lyell. Although Lyell was a major figure in the establishment of the principle of uniformitarianism: -- that geological changes can be explained by the uniform action of basic natural processes which can be observed in the environment today -- he also accepted the Christian belief of divine creation of the earth. 8 pages, 9 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$56 |
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07659. The Grove City v. Bell Sex Discrimination Case.This paper intelligently examines the history, political climate, and impact of a landmark Supreme Court decision. Judicial opinions are analyzed and Title IX is evaluated with perspective. 14 pages, 16 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources. |
$98 |
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07627. Women and the Law: A Book Review.Summary and review of this 1969 book by Kanowitz detailing laws which differentiate between men and women. Written from the perspective of an Arab male. Kanowitz covers criminal and personal status law, property rights and married women's names, constitutional issues and the proposed equal rights amendment. 10 pages, 13 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$70 |
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07615. "The Women's Room" by Marilyn French.Favorable review of this novel, which presents the details of the view that "women are the most scorned class in America." Criticizes some aspects of the novel's style, but geenrally regards it as "one of the most significant works on social and sexual relationships of our time." 7 pages, 8 foonotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$49 |
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07603. The Future of Motherhood.Summary and review of the book of this title by female sociologist Jessie Bernard, with concludign comments from viewpoint of male foreign student. Bernard's book is an excellent compendium of "scholarly feminist" viewpoints on all aspects of motherhood: biological, child-care, socialization of women, women and mothers as workers and housewives, current political issues in America. 10p. 1b. (notes in text). |
$70 |
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07598. The "Domestic Ideology" and Women's Work in the 1830s and 1840s.A discussion of Alice Kessler-Harris' Out to Work, focusing on the belief that "a woman's place is in the home" and the effect that belief had on women's status as wage-earners in the pre-Civil War period. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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07491. Women's Work and Women's Wages: The Progress of Women in Securing Improved Wages and Salaries Over the Decade 1973-1983.Summary of the statistics showing how the average woman earns significantly less than the average man. Discusses trends of recent years such as two-paycheck marriage, increasing entry of women into typical men's jobs (and vice versa), discrimination against women, problems of single working mothers and minority women. 5p. (+1p. outline). 6f. 7b. |
$35 |
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07390. Korean Women and the Immigrant Experience.A good study of the conflict between assimilation into American society and the preservation of traditional culture in different generations of Korean-American women. 10 pages, 14 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$70 |
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07318. The Promotable Woman by Carr-Ruffino.Personal, feminist book review of this book of how-to advice on improving one's management skills. Overcoming stereotypes, setting goals, time management techniques, and management-by-objectives techniques. 6p. 1b. |
$42 |
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07303. Anthropology of Women: Book Review of to Hunt in the Morning.Summary of the life of the South American tribe Sharanahua, focusing on ritualized cooperation between men and women for economic purposes. Reportedly, the women compete to offer the most sexual favors to men who compete to bring home the largest hunting kills. 5 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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07264. "Men Who Control Women's Health" by Diana Scully (A Review).Personal, feminist book review of this feminist study of human relations -- or rather their lack -- among OB/GYN practitioners. Scully's book is recommended as mandatory reading for all women. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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07257. How to Obtain a Day Care Center.Good review of facilities and legal requirements necessary to start a day care center in California (some reference to San Francisco). Also covers funding sources. Written in form of a speech (delivered by a woman) but easily adaptable. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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07256. Discrimination Against the Majority.Good basic feminist essay on how women are discriminated against by men. Some personal emotions expressed. Written in the form of a speech, but easily adaptable. 5 pages, 3 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources. |
$35 |
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07219. Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation.Good survey of the nutritional requirements of motherhood. Doctors are now emphasizing adequate protein, sufficient calories, enough salt and vitamins and minerals; gives amounts of all major nutrients, vitamins and minerals required. 6 pages, 7 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$42 |
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07100. Pink Collar Workers by Louise Kapp Howe.Favorable book review of this study of "the female job ghetto": beauticians, waitresses, etc. The disadvantages of these jobs and the follishness of male supervisors is well documented, yet also the spirit and tenacity of the women who cope with this work. 5 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$35 |
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07099. The Battered Woman.An interesting report on the plight of the battered woman, with a review of the literature and a look at three individual cases. 13 pages, 14 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. |
$91 |
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07098. How to Achieve and Maintain Sexual Health (From a Woman's Point of View).This paper provides a feminist’s view of women’s sexual health. Focusing more on attitudes than on hygiene or anatomy, this paper provides a heterosexual feminist’s view of the favorable aspect of the sexual revolution: women taking responsibility for their sexuality, refusing to be “wham-bammed” or “barefoot and pregnant.” Keywords: feminism sexual revolution. 6 pages, 12 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. |
$42 |
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07095. Abortion: Freedom of Choice?Review of how abortion has developed as a political controversy since Supreme Court decision of 1973; takes a basically pro-choice attitude, pointing out how the right-to-life movement denies the rights of the already libing mother (and also infringes on separation of church and state). 6p. 18b. |
$42 |
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07079. Why People Get Divorced.Full review of how rising (romantic) expectations, feminism, and the increased complexity of modern life are leading to a higher divorce rate (though marriages may have broken down just as much in the past). 8 pages, 18 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. |
$56 |
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07057. Fetal Alcoholic Syndrome.Comprehensive review of medical studies finding numerous types of damage to the fetus from any alcohol consumption at all by the pregnant mother. 9 pages, 17 bibliographic sources. Notes in text. |
$63 |
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06796. Sexism in American Society.The problem of sexism is defined and possible solutions to the historical force of sexist discrimination proposed. 6 pages, 7 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. |
$42 |
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06778. Women and Filmmaking.The history of women's involvement in the film industry is examined in this paper. Directors, actors, and critics are seen in the context of a male-dominated industry, and directors from around the world are noted. 6 pages, 13 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources. |
$42 |
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06713. "Games Mother Never Taught You" by Betty Lehan Harragan (A Review).A review of a popular women's guide to "corporate gamesmanship" comparing military thinking and competitive sports to the strategies women must learn in corporate life. 6 pages, 1 footnote, 1 bibliographic source. Notes in text. |
$42 |
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06712. Women in Literature.An interesting discussion of the treatment of the role of the female in literature by and about women. Focuses on English and American literature, ranging from Chaucer and the Bible to women writers such as Margaret Atwood, Jane Austen, Kate Chopin and Toni Morrison. 15 pages, 23 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. |
$105 |
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06588. Sex Discrimination in the Armed Forces.The problem of sex discrimination in the armed orces of the U.S. is examined in this report; a history of the introduction of women into the service, and the subsequent legal battles and controversies over the role of women in combat. 12 pages, 33 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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06115. Problems Women Face in Pursuing Management Careers.Discussion of women's progress in company management; the problems are discrimination against women by society, and the lack of women in management to begin with. 12 pages, 9 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources. |
$84 |
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05723. "Conflict and Power in Marriage" by Ralph Larossa.A summary of La Rossa's work on this question based on interviews with a number of married couples about to have their first baby. 9 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. |
$63 |
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