Peasant Women and Politics in Fascist Italy

Discover the groundbreaking work, Peasant Women and Politics in Fascist Italy, authored by a leading scholar in the field. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2002, this hardback edition spans 236 pages and offers a comprehensive examination of the Massaie Rurali, the Fascist Party's dedicated section for peasant women. With an astonishing membership of three million by 1943, this organization emerged as one of the largest mass mobilizing entities under the regime. This study not only highlights the political engagement of rural women during a tumultuous period in Italian history but also sheds light on their significant role in shaping the socio-political landscape of Fascist Italy. Ideal for historians, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of gender and politics, this book is a must-read for those looking to understand the complexities of women's involvement in historical movements.