Presents information about the history and current problems with gender inequality throughout the world, and details the societal roles of women, the social conditions and discrimination that women face, and the rise of the feminist movement and theory. Provides essays about gender inequality and profiles about influencial individuals and organizations in the field of women's rights. Includes black-and-white photographs, tables, a chronology, a glossary, and additional resources.
year: 2019
call number/section: 305.42
subjects: sex discrimination against women, sex role, women, social conditions, equality, feminism