Gender Transformations

Through a detailed investigation, Sylvia Walby explores the dual nature of women's progress in Europe and America, highlighting both advancements and emerging inequalities. She analyzes shifts in women's employment, education, and political representation while examining the intricate interplay of gender, class, and ethnicity. The book sheds light on how local conditions and global influences shape women's roles in the labor market and their broader social, political, and economic standing today.