Social devices for impelling women to bear and rear children

Language: EnglishPublished: August 10, 2024

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Subjects:

Women Social conditions Public opinion Child rearing Fertility, Human Social control

Bookshelves:

Gender & Sexuality Studies Parenthood & Family Relations

Authors:

Hollingworth, Leta Stetter
1886 - 1939

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About this book

In an era marked by evolving gender roles and societal expectations, "Social Devices for Impelling Women to Bear and Rear Children" by Leta S. Hollingworth critically explores the intricate mechanisms that compel women to embrace motherhood. This scholarly work delves into the cultural narratives and institutional pressures surrounding childbirth, highlighting concepts such as maternal duty and societal obligation. With a focus on the early 20th century, Hollingworth's analysis reveals how these social devices shape women's choices and identities. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document invites readers to reflect on the historical context of reproductive expectations and their lasting implications. Engage with this essential text to understand the intersection of gender, society, and motherhood in a transformative period.