Chinese Women-Living and Working

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Focusing on the evolving roles of women in China's market economy since the 1990s, this volume explores new employment opportunities across various sectors, including family businesses and domestic service. Experts examine the effects of economic reform and globalization on women's lives, highlighting themes such as shifting marriage norms, consumer aspirations, and the redefinition of domestic spaces. The book challenges traditional views of women's work and their perceived disadvantages in the marketplace, offering fresh perspectives on gender and economic participation in contemporary China.