Embodying Irish Abortion Reform

Discover the profound insights in Embodying Irish Abortion Reform by Bristol University Press, set to be released in 2024. This compelling hardback, spanning 184 pages, delves into the lived experiences of individuals impacted by Ireland's constitutional abortion ban. Through meticulous research and personal interviews, the author reveals how the 8th Amendment transformed women and gestating people's perceptions of their bodies into "future aborting bodies." The book also examines how the necessity to 'prepare' for crisis pregnancies influenced daily life and practices. A vital read for anyone interested in social justice, reproductive rights, and the complexities of personal agency, this title is essential for understanding the ongoing discourse surrounding abortion reform in Ireland.