Women, Families, and Feminist Politics

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Women and their roles within families must be understood within the context of ethnic traditions, religion, and culture. Women, Families, and Feminist Politics: A Global Exploration combines all of these aspects to evaluate the similarities and differences of women around the world. Readers will learn about diverse theories relating to women and their familial roles, the different categories of feminism, and how cultures and ethnic traditions shape and sometimes restrict a woman's identity. Focusing on the importance of views concerning the meaning of women's social status, power, and success, this book discusses how economic situations, family structures, and gender equity influence how society views women. Through interviews and case studies, Women, Families, and Feminist Politics: A Global Exploration offers suggestions on how women can live fuller lives and provides insight into the inequalities women have yet to overcome.

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Contents
About the Authors

• Introduction
• Marriage and Family Formation
• Diversity Within Family Formation
• Population, Reproduction, Sexuality, and Women's Status
• Women and Work Worldwide
• Women and Health Care
• Women and Violence
• Conclusions
• Notes
• Glossary
• Bibliography
• Index