In this now established text the author presents her analysis of the power of law and argues for a feminist post-structuralist approach. She comments on pornography, as well as discussing recent research on rape trials and abortion legislation.

Smart, Carol

Introduction 1. The Power of Law 2. Rape: Law and the Disqualification of Women's Sexuality 3. A Note on Child Sexual Abuse 4. The Quest for a feminist Jurisprudence 5. Law, Power and Women's Bodies 6. Theory into Practice: The Problem of Pornography 7. The Problem of Rights Bibliography Index