Feminism and Gender Equality (Paperback)

Over the past century, people have fought for gender equality, but feminism is still an often-questioned movement. What does feminism mean? Is it necessary in a modern world? This exploration of feminism presents readers with well-researched, unbiased text to help them answer these questions and more. From the history of women's rights to current discussions about how attitudes toward all genders affect society, this volume helps readers form educated opinions about important social issues. Compelling sidebars, discussion questions, and annotated quotes encourage readers to think critically. Full-color photographs and informative graphs highlight and illustrate important themes.