The Autonomy Myth
Martha Albertson Fineman
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The Autonomy Myth
Published
August 29, 2005
Publisher
New Press
Pages
387
ISBN-13
9781565849761
ISBN-10
1565849760
Description
"In this paradigm-shifting and controversial book, legal theorist and author Martha Fineman documents how American policymakers' overemphasis on the values of self-sufficiency and autonomy has negatively affected government policy relating to the care of the young, the elderly, and the infirm." "Those charged with administering U.S. social policy have long considered the marital family household as appropriately both separate and self-sufficient, at the cost the well-being of many families and their members, particularly children. Vigorously taking issue with his approach, Fineman insists that because each of us is "inevitably dependent" at various stages in our lives, it makes much more sense for us to recognize from the outset that society has a vital role in providing assistance. Indeed, any individual carer's necessary reliance on outside resources makes this essential. Presenting her argument with conviction and eloquence, Fineman calls for the acceptance of collective and public responsibility for dependency, as well as a restructuring of the workplace consistent with a new understanding of the boundaries between private and public spheres. The Autonomy Myth demands a more responsive and active state to ensure that the burdens associated with dependency are more equitably distributed."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Autonomy Myth?
This edition of The Autonomy Myth has approximately 387 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Autonomy Myth?
For most readers, The Autonomy Myth typically takes between 8h 4m and 5h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 96,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 27m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 96,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Autonomy Myth?
The estimated word count for The Autonomy Myth is approximately 96,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Autonomy Myth?
The Autonomy Myth was written by Martha Albertson Fineman.
When was The Autonomy Myth published?
The publication date for this specific edition is August 29, 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.