Uncover the roots of gender inequality in 20th-century Ireland.How did the Irish Free State transition from revolutionary ideals of equality to a society marked by gender disparity? This book analyzes the formative years of the Irish Free State, revealing how legislation and societal forces shaped women's roles and rights.
Maryann Valiulis examines the interplay of political movements, religious influence, and persistent patriarchal structures that thwarted the promise of equality for women. Explore the impact of key legislation, the influence of the Catholic Church, and the experiences of women who challenged traditional norms.
- Understand the historical context of gender inequality in Ireland.
- Analyze the impact of political and religious forces on women's rights.
- Explore the experiences of women in the Irish Free State.
For academics, students, and anyone interested in Irish history, women's studies, and the ongoing struggle for equality, this book offers aninsightfulandcompellinganalysis of a pivotal period in Irish history.
Maryann Gialanella Valiulisis a fellow emerita of Trinity College Dublin. She was director of the Centre for Gender and Women’s Studies, TCD, from 1994 to 2012. Valiulis is the author of the award-winning biography of Richard Mulcahy,Portrait of a revolutionary(Dublin, 1992). She has published extensively in Irish history, including editingThe Irish Journal of Feminist Studies.
This book explores women's rights and place in Irish society, and follows the journey of women's rights from the founding of the Irish State, right up to the present day
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