Women, the State and Revolution: Soviet Family Policy and Social Life, 1917-1936
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Format
Paperback
Pages
368
Language
English
Published
Nov 26, 1993
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521458161
ISBN-13
9780521458160
Description
The narrative delves into the transformative policies surrounding family life in the early Soviet Union, exploring how revolutionary ideals clashed with traditional social structures. Goldman uncovers the complexities of state intervention in family matters, revealing both the intentions behind Soviet family policies and their actual impact on women’s lives during a period of profound social upheaval.
Through meticulous research, she illustrates the struggle for gender equality within the context of broader political changes. The book highlights the diverse experiences of women as they navigated the expectations of the state, contributing to a rich understanding of social life in Soviet society between 1917 and 1936.
Through meticulous research, she illustrates the struggle for gender equality within the context of broader political changes. The book highlights the diverse experiences of women as they navigated the expectations of the state, contributing to a rich understanding of social life in Soviet society between 1917 and 1936.
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