Breaking Free from Partner Abuse: Voices of Battered Women Caught in the Cycle of Domestic Violence [Paperback]

Mary Marecek (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1999

For all women experiencing violence in a relationship, whether at the hands of a same-sex or heterosexual partner, this book provides affirmation and direction to move past the struggles and start to heal. By drawing from a diverse population and using poetry, prose, illustrations, and the words of abused women, this resource covers the many important and often difficult issues, such as a battered-person's rights, how to leave an abuser, understanding physical violence, lesbian battering, and women's shelters. The guide also addresses many of the reasons why women stay in violent relationships and explains the concepts of boundaries and self-identity.

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About the Author

Mary Marecek is the author of Jane Roberts: A View from the Other Side and Let Go of Guilt. She lives in Ocala, Florida. Jami Moffett lives in Seattle, Washington.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Morning Glory Press; 2nd edition (March 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885356536
• ISBN-13: 978-1885356536
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,770,469 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is excellent !, May 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Breaking Free from Partner Abuse: Voices of Battered Women Caught in the Cycle of Domestic Violence (Hardcover)

The message applies to anyone living in an abusive situation and they should certainly read it. Straightforward discussions of partner violence and intimidation underscores the theme. This book is a strong wake-up call to the danger one may be in if they choose to remain, hoping an unbearable problem may disappear. The various women interviewd and the unique poetry makes this wonderful, sensitive book one I highly recommend.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars shelter workers ahoy!!, August 6, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Breaking Free from Partner Abuse: Voices of Battered Women Caught in the Cycle of Domestic Violence (Paperback)

As a formerly battered woman now working in the domestic violence movement, I encourage other shelter service workers to read this book. It can give you valuable insight as to what you are dealing with!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an excellent book about spouse abuse., June 14, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Breaking Free from Partner Abuse: Voices of Battered Women Caught in the Cycle of Domestic Violence (Paperback)

I found this book on spouse abuse to be informative, concise, and well written. The author did an excellent job with very difficult material.