Are Mothers Really Necessary? - Softcover
New
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From Publishers Weekly:
Despite its flip title, this is a highly focused study of John Bowlby, an influential British child psychiatrist who has stressed the longlasting effects of maternal care on the child's future self. Some feminists accuse Bowlby of attempting to chain women to their kitchens and babies, while other psychologists fault him for overemphasizing the mother's importance. Mullan, a British writer and BBC producer, staunchly defends Bowlby, arguing that childhood can make or break a persona fact he contends has been forgotten in an age of female careerism and underfunded day-care services. When Mullan discusses adop tion, gender identity, the impact of divorce on children and the nature of love, his narrative becomes a compendium of other people's opinions. But his advocacy of community programs and direct aid to families with children deserves a hearing. Mothering is neither natural nor easy, in Bowlby's view, and Mullan persuasively argues that mothers need greater recognition and support from society at large.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal:
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
A British professor of sociology and psychology, Mullan enthusiastically supports child psychiatrist John Bowlby's belief in the importance of affectionate mothering marked by secure attachments and few separations. Although he denies trying to lure "women back into the kitchen," Mullan offers no real solutions to the frustrations of combining career and mothering and deflects any criticisms of Bowlby with a researcher's skepticism and selective quotes from other theorists. And though informative, sections on divorce, the "new man," and the history of childhood hint at an unclear focus. Collections owning Bowlby titles won't miss this well-intended but misguided polemic.Janice Arenofsky, formerly with Arizona State Lib., Phoenix
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherBoxtree
- Publication date1987
- ISBN 10 185283210X
- ISBN 13 9781852832100
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages224
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Are Mothers Really Necessary?
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002402865
Buy Used
US$ 5.23
Convert currency
Stock Image
Are Mothers Really Necessary?
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Are Mothers Really Necessary? This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9781852832100
Buy Used
US$ 7.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
Are Mothers Really Necessary?
Published by
Boxtree Ltd
(1987)
ISBN 10: 185283210X
ISBN 13: 9781852832100
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner. Seller Inventory # CHL9361376
Buy Used
US$ 6.45
Convert currency
Stock Image
Are Mothers Really Necessary?
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9781852832100
Buy Used
US$ 7.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
ARE MOTHERS REALLY NECESSARY?.
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: VERY GOOD. 1987. Boxtree. Softback. Book - VG. 9.5x6.5.161pp. Seller Inventory # 726142
Buy Used
US$ 7.06
Convert currency
Seller Image
Are Mothers Really Necessary?
Published by
Boxtree Limited, Great Britain
(1987)
ISBN 10: 185283210X
ISBN 13: 9781852832100
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Later Edition. Good condition soft cover, covers have light scuffing and minor scratch markings, light edge wear, cover corners have light wear, creasing, minute peel and bumping, first title page has bookshop ID sticker, 161 pages are clean with no visible defects, rips or tears. Size: Octavo (standard book size). Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Psychology & Psychiatry; ISBN: 185283210X. ISBN/EAN: 9781852832100. All our pictures shown here are of the actual item, not stock photos. Inventory No: X31700. For further info on this title, click on the "Contact Seller" button within this listing. We will try to reply within 24 hours. Otherwise you can order right now (inclusive of shipping options) from the "Add to Basket" button to the right. Seller Inventory # X31700
Buy Used
US$ 15.92
Convert currency