Synopses & Reviews
This book compares two ideologically opposed examples of women's movements in Chile. It studies the women who mobilized against the democratically elected government of President Salvador Allende (1970-1973) and those who mobilized against the military dictatorship of General Augusto Pinochet (1973-1990). The study documents and explains the similarities that exist between these two very different movements in terms of the moment at which they emerge and the way in which they frame their demands.
Review
"...smart and well-written..." Political Science Quarterly"In sum, this fascinating study will provide Latin American, women's studies, and social movement scholars with ample food for thought." Contemporary Sociology"Political scientist Baldez examines the historic activism of Chilean woman from a fresh perspective.... Recommended." Choice
Review
"...smart and well-written..." Political Science Quarterly"Political scientist Baldez examines the historic activism of Chilean woman from a fresh perspective.... Recommended." Choice
Synopsis
This book compares two ideologically opposed examples of women's movements in Chile.
Table of Contents
List of figures and tables; Preface; 1. Why women protest: tipping, timing, and framing; 2. Mothers of the cold war, daughters of the revolution: an historical overview of women and Chilean politics; Part I. Women Against Allende: 3. The revolution hits home: women organize against Allende; 4. Catapulting men to action: the march of the empty pots; 5. 'Feminine power' and the end of the socialist revolution; Part II. Women Against Pinochet: 6. Gendered networks and the rebirth of civil society; 7. Women defend life: mass protests and the women's movement; 8. Democracy in the country and in the home: women for and against democratic transition; 9. Why women protest: comparative evidence; References; Index.