Women and the Economy : Family, Work and Pay
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This lively economics textbook uniquely offers a comprehensive exploration of economic issues related to women, covering topics from marriage and family dynamics to work and pay. It goes beyond the basics to include up-to-date empirical research and pressing policy discussions, making it an essential read for those interested in the economic dimensions of gender.
Using contemporary economic theory, the authors analyze various aspects of women''s lives, diving into labor economics, family economics, fertility, and gender inequality. Designed for students in advanced undergraduate courses, this book assumes a basic knowledge of economics, providing an accessible yet authoritative resource for those ready to engage with these critical issues.
New to this edition:
New co-author, Laura Argys, brings fresh perspectives and research experience in economics ad economic demography
Enhanced discussion of intersectionality
More coverage of the childcare market
Greater reference to LGBTQ issues
An integrated approach to racial issues
Increased comparative analysis between women in US and women in other industrialized economies
New end-of-chapter exercises/problem questions
New research findings and relevant emerging policy issues integrated in each chapter
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