Women, family and work : writings on the economics of gender
Blackwell - Oxford
2003
239 p.
economic impact ; economic theory ; employment ; family ; gender ; household ; sexual division of labour
Gender equality & Women
English
Bibliogr.
0-631-22576-5
14.04-39686
"Women, Family, and Work is a collection of original essays on a wide variety of topics related to the economics of gender and the family. Written by leading thinkers in the field, the essays apply traditional economic theory to unconventional topics, while also developing neoclassical economic thought to provide a better model of economic interactions.
- 12 newly-commissioned essays on the economics of labor, gender, and family life.
- Juxtaposes various viewpoints, allowing readers to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of each model.
- Applies traditional economic theory to unconventional topics, while also revisioning neoclassical economic thought."
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