Susan R. Grayzel is an Associate Professor in the Department of History, University of Mississippi.
Introduction to the Series, Susan R. Grayzel; Chronology, Susan R. Grayzel; Part 1 Backdrop; Chapter 1 Introduction, Susan R. Grayzel; Part 2 Experiences of War; Chapter 2 The War Begins: Propaganda, Recruitment and State Support of Families, Susan R. Grayzel; Chapter 3 Women¿s War Work: Remunerative, Voluntary and Familial, Susan R. Grayzel; Chapter 4 Women in the Line of Fire, Susan R. Grayzel; Chapter 5 Morale, Morality and Sexuality, Susan R. Grayzel; Chapter 6 Pacifism, Dissent and Revolution, Susan R. Grayzel; Part 3 Effects of War; Chapter 7 Assessing the Consequences of the War for Women, Susan R. Grayzel; Chapter 8 Conclusion, Susan R. Grayzel; Part 4 Documents, Susan R. Grayzel; d1e5738 Whös Who, Susan R. Grayzel; d1e22027 Seminar Studies in History, Susan R. Grayzel;
The First World War was the first modern, total war, one requiring the mobilisation of both civilians and combatants. Particularly in Europe, the main theatre of the conflict, this war demanded the active participation of both men and women.
Women and the First World War
provides an introduction to the experiences and contributions of women during this important turning point in history. In addition to exploring women s relationship to the war in each of the main protagonist states, the book also looks at the wide-ranging effects of the war on women in Africa Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and North America. Topical in its approach, the book highlights:
Containing a document section providing a wide range of sources from first-hand accounts, a Chronology and Glossary, Women and the First World War is an ideal text for students studying the First World War or the role of women in the twentieth century.
Susan R. Grayzel is an Associate Professor in the Department of History, University of Mississippi.