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Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term (RSA Series in Transdisciplinary Rhetoric)

Name: Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term (RSA Series in Transdisciplinary Rhetoric)
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Book Synopsis: This book explores the arguments, appeals, and narratives that have defined the meaning of infertility in the modern history of the United States and Europe. Throughout the last century, the inability of women to conceive children has been explained by discrepant views: that women are individually culpable for their own reproductive health problems, or that they require the intervention of medical experts to correct abnormalities. Using doctor-patient correspondence, oral histories, and contemporaneous popular and scientific news coverage, Robin Jensen parses the often thin rhetorical divide between moralization and medicalization, revealing how dominating explanations for infertility have emerged from seemingly competing narratives. Her longitudinal account illustrates the ways in which old arguments and appeals do not disappear in the light of new information, but instead reemerge at subsequent, often seemingly disconnected moments to combine and contend with new assertions.

Tracing the transformation of language surrounding infertility from "barrenness" to "(in)fertility," this rhetorical analysis both explicates how language was and is used to establish the concept of infertility and shows the implications these rhetorical constructions continue to have for individuals and the societies in which they live.

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Looking to delve into the fascinating history of infertility? Discover "Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term" and embark on a gripping journey through the arguments, appeals, and narratives that have shaped the meaning of infertility in the United States and Europe. This captivating book by Robin Jensen explores the contrasting views that have shaped our understanding of infertility, whether it be the notion of personal responsibility or the necessity of medical intervention.

Through meticulous research including doctor-patient correspondence, oral histories, and contemporary news coverage, Jensen expertly exposes the intertwining of moralization and medicalization in infertility discourse. Unveiling how these dominant explanations arise from seemingly conflicting narratives, she provides a profound longitudinal account that demonstrates the persistence of old arguments in the face of new information.

Witness the evolution of language surrounding infertility as Jensen traces the shift from the term "barrenness" to " (in)fertility." This insightful rhetorical analysis not only reveals how language has been employed to establish the concept of infertility but also sheds light on the implications these rhetorical constructions continue to have on individuals and societies.

Don't miss out on this enlightening read that uncovers the hidden depths of the history of infertility. Dive into "Infertility: Tracing the History of a Transformative Term" and gain a deeper understanding of the societal impact and ongoing discourse surrounding this significant aspect of human experience. Buy your copy today and embark on an intellectual journey like no other.

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