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Book Synopsis: Liberty and Sexuality is a definitive account of the legal and political struggles that created the right to privacy and won constitutional protection for a woman's right to choose abortion.Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that established that right, grew out of not only efforts to legalize abortion but also out of earlier battles against statutes that criminalized birth control. When the U.S. Supreme Court in 1965, in Griswold v. Connecticut, voided such a prohibition as an outrageous intrusion upon marital privacy, it opened a previously unimagined constitutional door: the opportunity to argue that a woman's access to a safe, legal abortion was also a fundamental constitutional right.Garrow's essential history details both the unheralded contributions of the young lawyers who filed America's first abortion rights cases and also the inside-the-Supreme Court deliberations that produced Roe v. Wade.In this updated and expanded paperback edition, Garrow also traces the post-Roe evolution of abortion rights battles and the wider struggle for sexual privacy up through the 25th anniversary of Roe in early 1998.
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Unlock the secrets behind one of the most influential legal battles in American history with Liberty and Sexuality: The Right to Privacy and the Making of Roe v. Wade. This meticulously updated book dives deep into the intricate legal and political struggles that led to the establishment of a woman's right to choose abortion. With its comprehensive account of the landmark 1973 Supreme Court ruling, this book sheds light on the previously overlooked battles against birth control criminalization. Discover the true story behind the creation of this constitutional protection for women's reproductive autonomy.
Featuring the incisive research of renowned author Garrow, Liberty and Sexuality provides an essential history of America's first abortion rights cases. By exploring the contributions of young lawyers who tirelessly fought for women's reproductive rights, this book uncovers the remarkable efforts that paved the way for Roe v. Wade. Gain valuable insight into the inside-the-Supreme Court deliberations that shaped the outcome of the landmark ruling. You won't want to miss this gripping account that delves into the legal complexities of constitutional interpretation.
But the story doesn't end with the historic ruling. In the updated and expanded paperback edition, Garrow continues to trace the evolution of abortion rights battles after Roe. Explore the ongoing struggle for sexual privacy as it unfolded in America up until the 25th anniversary of Roe in early 1998. By examining the broader context, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the wider fight for sexual autonomy.
Don't miss out on this comprehensive and enlightening read. Order your copy now for a captivating exploration of the legal and political landscape surrounding the creation of Roe v. Wade. Immerse yourself in the compelling narrative of Liberty and Sexuality: The Right to Privacy and the Making of Roe v. Wade to gain a deeper understanding of one of the most significant legal victories for women's reproductive rights.
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