A Call To Action: Women, Religion, Violence, And Power (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
While this book didn't tell me anything I didn't know, it granted me the data as cold, hard facts that were like a slap in the face. No supposition - this is reality in the world at large and the author's indignation became my own. But the problem is that this book will hardly stir those that should probably read it. The statistics are brutal and speak frankly of a lack of action that should shame anyone into wanting to do more - but on the same token be almost too harsh a 'wake up call' for others to bear. Just for the data that is well backed by facts and figures, this should probably be in every Female Studies course, and public schools to boot. A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power covers some tough to read subjects such as Female Circumcision and trafficking of slaves. Many of the atrocities brought up in this book have been in the news, but not to the degree that is talked about in this book. Jimmy Carter brings focus to human trafficking, rape, prison issues, health issues, and more, in the US and other countries. He addresses all countries, all religion, all cultures. He does not "pussy foot" around any subject, and includes issues that still exist in the USA today.Jimmy Carter, a devout Christian, looks at quotes from the bible that have been misinterpreted or "selectively" interpreted. He, also, looks at Hindu, Jewish, and Muslim interpretations. One thing I did learn, despite his strong faith and ties to the Southern Baptist Denomination, he chose to leave it due to discrimination practices he saw being practiced. His strong faith, human rights activism, and humanitarian work have allowed him to make a strong argument for taking action against discrimination and the many traumatic activities that come out of that discrimination.This book is a tough read, but is a MUST READ.****this book was received in a Goodreads Giveaway.***
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It should not be dangerous to be female. God loves all of His children, His sons and His daughters.
—ender
