The Total Woman [Paperback] Morgan; Marabel

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Mass market paperback cover has some wear and creases. Binding has some creases. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

“The Total Woman” by Marabel Morgan sparked intense debates upon its 1973 release, advocating for wives to embrace submissive, obedient roles within marriage. Despite controversy, it resonated with conservative Christian readers, selling over 10 million copies. This well-worn copy invites exploration of a polarizing work that challenged women’s liberation and reflected the era’s cultural shifts around gender roles. For collectors and readers interested in the backlash against second-wave feminism, this book offers a window into traditional values’ enduring appeal.

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SKU: VB49-112 Category: Product Condition: Used

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Mass market paperback cover has some wear and creases. Binding has some creases. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

Published in 1973, “The Total Woman” by Marabel Morgan became a controversial yet influential book that offered a traditionalist perspective on gender roles within marriage. Morgan advocated for wives to embrace a submissive and obedient role, focusing on fulfilling their husbands’ needs and desires. The book sparked intense debates around feminism, domesticity, and the changing dynamics of the American family during the 1970s. Despite its polarizing nature, it resonated with many conservative Christian readers and sold over 10 million copies. This well-worn copy bears the marks of its popularity, with a creased cover and binding, yet its intact pages invite readers to explore a work that challenged prevailing attitudes toward women’s liberation. For collectors and readers interested in the cultural shifts of the era, this book offers a window into the backlash against second-wave feminism and the enduring appeal of traditional gender roles for some segments of society.

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Weight 0.35 lbs
Dimensions 17.27 × 10.67 × 1.78 in
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