Taken

Experiences of Forced Adoption

Karen Constantine

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Pram Publications
19 November 2024

Religion & politics; Adoption & fostering; Constitution: government & the state; Adoption; Advice on parenting

This powerful and timely book shines a light on one of the UK's greatest social injustices: historic forced adoptions. Author Karen Constantine delves into the painful, often hidden, experiences of women and children who were torn apart by the cruel practices and systemic policies at the time. Taken gives voice to those whose lived experiences have long been neglected. With raw and often unsettling detail, the book highlights the need for an official apology and meaningful reparations for the trauma caused by these forced separations. It is a call to action, urging government to face the past and acknowledge the wrongs that were done, and to apologise to those that are affected within their lifetime.

Drawing from her background in social justice, trade unionism, and political advocacy, Karen brings her passion for equality to this deeply personal project. She shares the experiences of women and adult adoptees who bravely opened up to her, many for the first time, creating an anthology that captures their strength and resilience. This book is not an academic exercise, but a humanising attempt to bring the issue of forced adoptions to the forefront of public consciousness, calling for justice.

While emotionally challenging, the book serves as an essential piece in understanding the full impact of forced adoptions. It is a tribute to the courage of those who shared their experiences and a rallying cry for change in the ongoing fight for human rights.

By: Karen Constantine
Imprint: Pram Publications
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 440g
ISBN: 9781068554308
ISBN 10: 1068554304
Pages: 312
Publication Date: 19 November 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Taken: Experiences of Forced Adoption

As a child of the sixties, I found this book staggering. I had no idea that the cruel practice of forced adoption was commonplace. Each of these deeply personal stories chart vulnerability, cruelty and life long pain for all those involved. These voices must not only be heard... but heeded. Georgie Glen, Actor, Call The Midwife Taken punches the reader with hard facts, truth and emotion that hurts. Ann Keen, Health Minister, 2007-2010 Taken lifts the veil of secrecy, shame and stigma which surrounds adoption past and present. It is the first to capture the harsh realities of this injustice which happened within living memory. Dr Michael Lambert, Research Fellow, Lancaster University