In the Name of Love
Women's Narratives of Love and Abuse
$71.28
- Paperback
270 pages
- Release Date
29 October 2008
Summary
Although love is the hallmark of humanity, it is not widely discussed in social work and other related professions with respect to its potential connection to abuse. In this groundbreaking book the author argues that, while love and abuse should not co-exist, they often do.Using a feminist narrative approach, stories about love, abuse, and social work are told with the purpose of understanding domestic violence and other forms of abuse. Based on interviews with 84 women of varying ages in Can…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780889614628 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0889614628 |
| Author: | Heather Fraser |
| Publisher: | Women's Press of Canada |
| Imprint: | Women's Press of Canada |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 270 |
| Release Date: | 29 October 2008 |
| Weight: | 370g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm |
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Critics Review
Fraser has a tremendous talent for making complex ideas clear. Theory is beautifully woven in with the narratives. As a lesbian I felt very included, and as a poverty-class/working-class woman I felt my experience honoured. This is a great book.“” - Susan Strega, School of Social Work, University of Victoria
About The Author
Heather Fraser
Dr. Heather Fraser is a senior lecturer in social work at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. Her teaching and research focus on violence and abuse, critical social work, advocacy, and social action.
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