This anthology contains the writings of more than 150 women on the subject of war. Spanning time periods from antiquity to the present day, and hailing from all regions of the world, the authors include well-known poets, novelists, journalists, and activists, as well as ordinary women who have witnessed conflict first-hand. The second edition contains nearly 40 percent new material, including responses to recent conflicts. Editor Gioseffi is an independent scholar, writer, and lifelong activist. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)