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Women at War: Media Coverage Then… and Now
Alina Adams Alina Adams

Women at War: Media Coverage Then… and Now

Explore the evolving portrayal of women in war, contrasting historical male-focused narratives with increasing recognition of women’s roles. Alina Adams highlights her novels, “My Mother’s Secret” and “Go On Pretending,” which spotlight women in underrepresented conflicts like the Spanish Civil War and Rojava Revolution. Adams critiques media coverage of women in war, noting progress yet lingering novelty in their portrayal. She advocates for equal focus on women’s experiences and contributions, akin to the treatment of men in similar contexts.

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