Fenwomen: A Portrait of Women in an English Village.

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 10. P. 100 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thane, Pat 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on "Fenwomen," a pioneering work of oral history by Mary Chamberlain that documents the lives of women in a rural English village, Isleham, during the 1970s. Published in 1975 by Virago, the first British feminist publisher, the book highlights the challenges faced by women in a community marked by poverty, limited opportunities, and traditional gender roles. Chamberlain's thematic presentation includes the experiences of women from childhood to old age, revealing societal expectations and the impact of modernization. The article also discusses the mixed reception of the book and its relevance in examining ongoing gender inequalities in contemporary society. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/10, Vol. 75, Issue 10, p100
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Women's Studies and Feminism
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:187799565
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