Hardesty, Sarah and Jacobs, Nehama

Women of Crisis: Lives of Struggle and Hope [Feminist - Sociological Study]

Franklin Center, PA: The Franklin Library, 1978. Illustrated by Chet Jezierski.

Unopened, Unread; Very minor age-spotting of the fore-edge. No other flaws. Still Giftable.

Bound in full leather with 22-karat gold accents on the spine and cover, this edition exudes elegance and sophistication. The acid-neutral, gilded-edge pages ensure longevity, while the silk moiré endpapers and attached ribbon bookmark enhance its luxurious appeal. Featuring archival-quality paper and a Smyth-sewn binding, it is both a durable and visually striking collector’s piece.

This significant work of oral history and social commentary, offers a deeply personal and empathetic look at the lives of marginalized women in America.

The book presents first-person narratives of women facing profound hardships, giving them a platform to share their struggles and resilience. Highlighting issues such as poverty, racial discrimination, gender inequality, and social justice, making it an important study of American society.

Robert Coles, a psychiatrist and social critic, and Jane Hallowell Coles, an educator and writer, blend psychology, sociology, and storytelling to explore the emotional and psychological impact of oppression. Despite the hardships, the book emphasizes resilience and survival, showing how women navigate and sometimes overcome systemic obstacles.

Subjects Covered:
Race and Civil Rights – Experiences of African American women facing racism and economic hardship.
Immigration and Cultural Identity – Struggles of Latina and Native American women in adapting to or resisting cultural erasure.
Working-Class Women – The economic and personal struggles of low-income and working women.
Psychological Impact of Oppression – How social and economic hardships affect mental health and self-perception.

The book remains a powerful feminist and sociological study, contributing to the understanding of women’s lives in adversity across different racial and economic backgrounds.

Item #19987

Price: $21.95