Rule Of Thumb

Rule Of Thumb
- Artist: Peg Campbell
- Year: 1977
- Duration: 30:00
- Country: Canada
Until 1897 common law practice in the U.S. allowed a husband the right to beat his wife, provided he used a switch no bigger than his thumb . Despite now amended laws, society still condones men's physical dominance over women.
A personal story, plus information from Vancouver transient house.- Accession #: 615
- Distribution Status: In Library Only