TRUE CRIME AUSTRALIA

When news of a murdered woman hits the headlines in Australia, people sit up and take notice. Unless that woman happens to be a sex worker. Invisible Women tells the stories of several murdered sex workers – all of whom are somebody’s mother, daughter, wife or sister – whose identities have been erased. Why do we see some lives as less valuable than others, and what price do we all pay for this shocking lack of care? These amazing stories of incredible women are both deeply moving and shocking in their insight and clarity. And definitely way overdue.Topical in its exploration of contemporary womens’ issues – as the title suggests, why are some women seen as value-less.
308 pages ; 24 cm Includes bibliographical references (pages 305-308)
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Prostitutes — Crimes against — Australia
Murder victims — Australia
Murder victims
Prostitutes — Social conditions
Prostitution — Social aspects
Australian