Angels in the Machinery offers a sweeping analysis of the centrality of gender to politics in the United States from the days of the Whigs to the early twentieth century. Author Rebecca Edwards shows that women in the U.S. participated actively and influentially as Republicans; Democrats; and leaders of third-party movements like Prohibitionism and Populism--decades before they won the right to vote--and in the process managed to transform forever the ideology of American party politics. Using cartoons; speeches; party platforms; news accounts; and campaign memorabilia; she offers a compelling explanation of why family values; women's political activities; and even candidates' sex lives remain hot-button issues in politics to this day.
#9333780 in Books 1995-12-28Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x .90 x 6.38l; #File Name: 0195095324272 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. So HelpfulBy MC007I went to Citamparam last winter. This book outlines a good history and describes many of the rituals you will observe; creating a much fuller experience for any westerner looking to visit. Without this book you are a spectator. With the book you are a participant. It can be difficult to get into this book if you do not already have a bit of related background information.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Home of Dancing Sivan: The Traditions of the Hindu Temple in CitamparamBy As Hirasen Hirasen CommunThe Home of Dancing Sivan: The Traditions of the Hindu Temple in CitamparamA well researched book of great value to all Saivites in the world.A long overdue historical account of the Chidambaram temple;the epicentre of Saivism - it's spiritual legacy and its politicalundertone makes interesting reading. The Home of Dancing Sivan: The Traditions of the Hindu Temple in Citamparam1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Temple at ChidambaramBy Eric RyanReading Younger's book led to a deeper appreciation of the role of this beautiful temple i the matrix of Hindu society. It provides insight into the role of ritual and worship into the daily lives of Hindus and the strengths of the belief systems that are nourished by these activities. Well researched and clearly written I found that this book greatly enhanced my experiences in visiting Chidambaram.
