Books for women who have experienced domestic violence

The Map of My Life - The Story of Emma Humphreys (2003) Bindel & Wistrich (Editors)

Astraia Press ISBN 0-954-6341-01

Convicted aged 17 of murder, Emma spent 10 years in prison before being released by the Court of Appeal in 1995. She was welcomed by hundreds of cheering supporters, her case having changed the law for battered women who kill. Emma's tragic death, three years later, from an accidental overdose of prescribed medication, created shockwaves for those who saw her as the ultimate survivor. The story is told through Emma's powerful writings. This is a story of survival throught the most extreme adversity, and of a woman whose life we all should learn from.

All My Fault (1994)

Glass

Virago Press; ISBN: 1853817961

Examines the economic, social, political, historical and psychological barriers that make leaving abusive relationships so difficult. The book includes practical advice from survivors and professionals, and an analysis drawn from the personal experiences of the author.

Getting Out: Life Stories of Women Who Left Abusive Men (2000)

Goetting & Jory

Vision Paperbacks; ISBN: 1901250512

Each year in the UK more than 50,000 women and children flee their homes as a result of domestic violence. Many women are forced to seek restraining orders on their partners in order to protect themselves. This is one of the few accounts of how some women eventually find the courage to get up and leave. In a harrowing yet inspiring chronicle, Ann Goetting in the US and Caroline Jory in the UK tell of the women who got away for good. Getting Out recounts not only the stories of their abuse but also the women’s life histories leading up to the violence – and the different resources they drew upon to escape.

Power and Control: Why Charming Men Can Make Dangerous Lovers (2002)

Horley

Vermilion; ISBN: 0091884322

One in four women will experience domestic violence; the incidence of violence on dates (not including rape) is increasing. Sandra Horley draws on over 20 years supporting abused women to provide an insight into the reality behind the mask of the charming man. The book's aim is to show women they are not alone and to help them walk away from the confusing, dangerous situation they find themselves in.

The Issue is Power (1992)

Kaye/Kantrowitz

Aunt Lute Foundation ISBN 1-879960-16-8

Essays on women, Jews, violence and resistance.

Leaving Abusive Partners (1993)

Kirkwood

Sage Publications Ltd; ISBN: 0803986866

Dreaming the Dark : Magic, Sex, and Politics (1997)

Starhawk

Beacon Press; ISBN: 0807010375

Featuring narrative, chants, songs and rituals, this book combines the world of magic and spirituality, with the world of political and social change.

Surviving Domestic Violence : Voices of Women Who Broke Free (2000)

Weiss

Agreka Books; ISBN: 1888106964