It may seem strange to turn to nuns throughout history to understand the development of women's rights, but that's exactly what this book does. Surprizingly, though, the power of virginity completely changed the dynamics of male-female relations so that women started gaining some measure of influence when they chose not to have sex. Jo Ann Kay McNamara's astounding book challenges common stereotypes we have about the social place of Catholic nuns throughout history. Sisters in Arms isn't just a brilliantly researched history book, it's also a fascinating look at one of the least understood aspects of our society. | Sisters in Arms by Jo Ann Kay Mcnamara, Paperback | Indigo Chapters