This work contains original essays from various authors providing up-to-date information, along with critical analysis, of important issues in women's studies. Historical issues are fully integrated into articles and tied to current events.

Nearly twenty years since the fi rst edition appeared, Women: A Feminist Perspective remains one of the most well-known and respected women's studies books available. Original essays from a diverse group of authors provide accurate, up-to-date information along with critical analysis of important issues in women's studies.

Body politics
relationships, family and the life cycle
work and occupations
words and images
institutions of social control
feminism in perspective
feminism and diversity.