Sarah Franklin Boeken

Exploring the complexities of sex and gender, this work delves into the cultural codes surrounding femininity and the mythology of sex. Originally intended for a general audience in the 1970s, it offers unique insights into gender dynamics, prefiguring concepts later articulated by Judith Butler. After being shelved for over forty years due to a publisher's closure, this feminist classic highlights Strathern's engagement with key feminist thinkers and critiques various fields, enhancing our understanding of late twentieth-century feminist discourse.

The authors skillfully blend popular culture with theoretical insights, offering a unique and well-researched perspective. Their ability to integrate case studies enhances the depth of analysis, making it an excellent resource for understanding contemporary cultural dynamics.

Sometimes you have to leave home, to realise where you really belong. Jo has spent her whole life in the Forest of Dean, but she was always the one destined to leave and have a city career. číst celé

The book examines the 14 day rule in Britain, which has shaped global standards for embryo research. It delves into the reasons behind its establishment and enduring influence, highlighting the implications for biological translation. By analyzing the rule's impact on human fertilization and embryology, the author presents insights into how effective governance can guide ethical research practices in the field.

Sarah Franklin explores the history and future of in vitro fertilization (IVF) thirty-five years and five million babies after its initial success as a form of technologically-assisted human reproduction.

Von den Wehrtürmen aus sieht Königin Briseis Mann und Brüder sterben, sie selbst wird zur Sklavin von Prinz Achill. Doch dieser verliert schon bald sein Herz an sie. Dem Glück steht jedoch der Wille der Götter entgegen: Der eifersüchtige König Agamemnon entführt Briseis. Achill setzt alles daran, sie zurückzuerobern. Aufgrund ihrer seherischen Fähigkeiten weiß Briseis, dass Achill vor den Mauern Trojas sterben muss, wenn er nicht die Waffen niederlegt. Und so begehrt sie gegen den Willen der Götter auf, koste es was es wolle...