The Lost Wave: Women and Democracy in Postwar Italy

Synopsis

This Title Examines The Political Activities And Constitutional Rights Fought For By The Women Who Entered Italian Politics In Cold War Italy, Set Against A Broader Reconsideration Of Women's Politics And The Women's Movement In Postwar Europe. Introduction: Women, The Bulwark Of Democracy -- An Essential Way Of Life: The Political Awakening Of Women Militants -- Gender Roles In Italy's Elections And Constitution -- Legge Noce For Working Mothers: Madonna Tempesta -- The Merlin Law Against The Case Chiuse: Taking The State Out Of Sex, Putting The Sex In Citizenship -- Both The Rights And The Duties Of Citizenship: The Cocco Law For Access To All Public Careers -- Conclusion: The Legacy Of The Lost Wave And Constitutional Rights Feminism. Molly Tambor. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.