The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) faced significant opposition and ultimately failed to be ratified by the required number of states. This book examines the complex political, social, and cultural forces that contributed to the ERA's defeat, exploring the arguments of both proponents and opponents. It analyzes the strategies employed by anti-ERA activists and the political maneuvering that occurred during the ratification process. The work also considers the broader implications of the ERA's failure for the women's rights movement and American society.

This historical analysis is regarded as a thorough examination of the political and social factors that led to the failure of the Equal Rights Amendment. The book is noted for its detailed account of the opposition's strategies and the complexities of the ratification process. It provides a critical perspective on the challenges faced by the women's rights movement during this period. The work is considered an important resource for understanding a pivotal moment in American social and political history.