Published 1994
by Zed Books in association with INSTRAW in London, Atlantic Highlands, N.J .
Written in
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references (p. [185]-213) and index.
| Statement | Rosi Braidotti ... [et al.]. |
| Contributions | Braidotti, Rosi., International Research and Training Institute for the Advancement of Women. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | HQ1240 .W6627 1994 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | xiii, 220 p. ; |
| Number of Pages | 220 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL1078678M |
| ISBN 10 | 1856491838, 1856491846 |
| LC Control Number | 94001964 |
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