'Hystories is an exhilarating book which lobs politically incorrect cocktails in all directions ...it is important and impressive in opening up a debate and reminding us of the psychological relevance of history' Jackie Wullschlager, Financial Times 'Groundbreaking ...this is undoubtedly a brave book and one which should be welcomed for generating arguments which so far have been silenced' Julie Wheelwright, Scotland on Sunday 'Hystories is guaranteed to make us take a more reflective look at the fears and demons that so ...
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'Hystories is an exhilarating book which lobs politically incorrect cocktails in all directions ...it is important and impressive in opening up a debate and reminding us of the psychological relevance of history' Jackie Wullschlager, Financial Times 'Groundbreaking ...this is undoubtedly a brave book and one which should be welcomed for generating arguments which so far have been silenced' Julie Wheelwright, Scotland on Sunday 'Hystories is guaranteed to make us take a more reflective look at the fears and demons that so rampantly haunt our fin de siecle' Lisa Appignanesi, Independent 'Provocative and immensely readable ...Showalter's gift is for lively, literate and interpretive synthesis of specialized academic scholarship, in language that bridges the popular and scholarly worlds ...we can be thankful for a commentator as sane, courageous and clear-headed as [she]' Mark S. Micale, Times Literary Supplement 'Considered and level-headed' Ruth Rendell, Daily Telegraph 'This is a brave book, not only because it dares to question feminist orthodoxies, but also because it reminds us that feminism's purpose is the investigation of truth, not the perpetuation of blame' Erica Jong
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Add this copy of Hystories, Hysterical Epidemics and Modern Culture to cart. $13.83, good condition, Sold by Roger Lucas rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Horncastle, Lincs, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Picador.
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Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 1st UK edition in soft cover format, large 8vo, 244pp, card covers; one short section underlined in pencil o/w VG+ Copy.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $14.55, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Picador.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Ripped/damaged jacket. The dust jacket of this book is slightly damaged/ripped, however, this does not affect the internal condition.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysterical Epidemics and Modern Culture to cart. $15.16, very good condition, Sold by Goldstone Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Ammanford, CARMS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1998 by Picador.
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Very good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysterical Epidemics and Modern Culture to cart. $15.40, good condition, Sold by Booksalvation rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Manchester, LANCASHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Pan.
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Good in good dust jacket. Outline: -Hysteria has traditionally been seen as a female disorder but in this study of its cultural implications the author argues that it is a universal illness and that far from dying out with the end of the Victorian sexual repression it is becoming more widespread and manifest. Showalter identifies Gulf War syndrome recovered memory chronic fatigue syndrome even claims of ritual satanic abuse as the contemporary forms of the illness and by recognizing its universality releases women from the limiting association with hysteria. -> the publisher of this LARGE HARDBACK book is Pan The date of this copy is 1997 booksalvation have grade it as Good and it will be shipped from our UK warehouse This book is from the Series. Shipping is Free for UK buyers and at a reasonable charge for buyer outside the UK.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $16.99, very good condition, Sold by Brit Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Milton Keynes, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Picador.
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Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $18.42, very good condition, Sold by Greener Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from London, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Picador.
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Very good. Stains on pages and the side **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysterical Epidemics and Modern Culture to cart. $19.99, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1998 by Picador.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. With usual stamps and markings, In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 250grams, ISBN: 9780330354776.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $23.23, good condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Picador.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0330346709.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $29.03, good condition, Sold by Hay-on-Wye Booksellers rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hereford, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1998 by Picador.
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Good. Used, cover has light scratches, some outer edges have minor scuffs, some outer pages have shelf wear, book content is in very good condition. 256 p. 8pp b&w illustrations. Intended for college/higher education audience. Intended for professional and scholarly audience.
Add this copy of Hystories: Hysteria, Gender and Culture to cart. $37.29, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1997 by Picador.
