Case for Single Motherhood

Discover the compelling exploration of single motherhood in Julie Buckner Armstrong's insightful book, Case for Single Motherhood. Published by The University of Alabama Press in 2023, this hardback edition spans 192 pages and delves into the rhetorical efforts of elective single mothers (ESMs) from the late twentieth to the early twenty-first century. Armstrong examines how these mothers strive to legitimize their maternal identities and family structures in a society that often challenges their choices. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the evolving dynamics of family life in America, offering a nuanced perspective on the experiences and voices of single mothers. Embrace the rich historical context and contemporary relevance of Case for Single Motherhood and gain a deeper understanding of this important social narrative.