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Book

Jane against the world : Roe v. Wade and the fight for reproductive rights [margin project book]

Call Number

  • MARGIN 342.0878 B6588 TEEN (CEN, OSH)

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Edition

First edition.

Publication Information

New York : Roaring Brook Press, 2020.

Physical Description

385 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 24 cm

Audience

Grades: 9-12.

Summary

A history of the fight for reproductive rights in the United States. Tracing the path to the landmark decision in Roe v. Wade and the continuing battle for women's rights, Blumenthal examines the root causes of the current debate around abortion and repercussions that have affected generations of American women. This book intends to facilitate difficult discussions and awareness of a topic that is rarely touched on in school but affects each and every young person. Includes a glossary of legal and medical terms, timeline, and information about significant Supreme Court cases.

Notes

This book is part of KPL's Margin Project for grades 6-12. Please write your thoughts and comments in the margins. You can even add a drawing. Keep it clean and friendly!

Contents

  • Restrictions
  • Reform
  • Roe v. Wade
  • After Roe.

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