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Aideen O’Shaughnessy, "Embodying Irish Abortion Reform: Bodies, Emotions, and Feminist Activism" (Bristol UP, 2024)

New Books in Anthropology

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Navigating Abortion Politics in Ireland

This chapter explores the impact of the Eighth Amendment on abortion politics in Ireland, highlighting the emotional and financial burdens experienced by individuals forced to travel for care. It delves into the historical context of abortion legislation, societal perceptions of gender, and the concept of 'abortion work' as it relates to navigating restrictive laws.

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