The Myth of Women's Masochism Tapa dura - 1986

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Methuen, London, 1985. First Edition. Hardback. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dw. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. ; 280 pages; Physical desc. : 280 p ; 22 cm. Complete with a comprehensive bibliography. Subjects: Women. Masochism. Self-denial. Mothers - Psychology

London: Methuen London Ltd., 1985. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Inscribed & Signed by Author. First Edition.. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Caplan offers her definition of "what is and what is not masochism in a clinical sense," then "takes her argument through various aspects of women's lives: childhood, motherhood, relationships with men," and so on, before offering women "the chance to develop a truly healthy view of themselves." Inscription reads, "For Kathleen,/In sisterhood--/Paula J. Caplan." So if your name is Kathleen, and you're feeling the need for sisterhood, you have found your book. Black cloth w/red spine lettering, 280 pages (including notes, bibliographical references, index). Bumped corners/spine ends, tanning, in lightly rubbed dust jacket w/light edgewear, moderate wear to corners/spine ends, shallow impressions, thin scratches..