Mothers on Trial: The Battle for Children and Custody

Phyllis Chesler. Seal Press (CA), $11.95 (558pp) ISBN 978-0-931188-46-6

Psychologist Chesler (Women and Madness, etc.) argues that there is a double standard in our patriarchal society that governs the rights of women, children and child custody. PW called this ""a deeply felt book that is sure to be controversial.'' (March)

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