It is filled with new findings, fresh formulations of research problems, and important statistical information...This brief review only hints at the rich insights, rewards, and new theoretical statements awaiting those who would search out the book's treasures.'
June Starr, "American Anthropologist, 1983.
'..".jedem Wissenschaftler, der sich mit sozialen Entwicklungen in den islamischen Ldndern des Vorderen Orients befa_t, dringend empfohlen.'
H. Stein, "Orientalistische Literaturzeitung, 1985.
'..".of unusual interest not only to orientalists, but indeed to all those interested in the situation of women and their transition...can be recommended to a large circle of readers interested in a factual and concrete account of the present status of women in Turkey, along with the concomitant attitudes of both men and women. The value of the book lies in its objectivity and scholarly approach to the subject, as well as in the richness of information on Turkish women of different social strata.'
Jitka Zamrazilova-Weltman, "Acta Orientalia, 1985.
'..".this is an impressive volume...'
Benjamin Braude, "American Historical Review, 1983.
'..".a refreshing welcome of serious scholarship on women with a critical outlook on present Turkish society...'
Eliz Sanasarian.
'..".rich in data and theoretical insights.'
Suad Joseph, "Int. J. Middle East Stud., 1986.
'"This is an important and stimulating book.'
Emelie A. Olson, "The Turkish Studies Assoc. Bulletin, 1983.