| Work-Lifestyle Choices in the 21st Century: Preference Theory Contributor(s): Hakim, Catherine (Author) |
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ISBN: 0199242097 ISBN-13: 9780199242092 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $63.65 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2001 Annotation: In this pioneering work, Catherine Hakim presents the "Preference Theory," a new, multi-disciplinary philosophy for explaining and predicting current and future patterns for women choosing between family work and outside employment. It is the first theory developed specifically to explain women's behavior and choices, constituting a major break from male-oriented theorizing in sociology and economics. In fact, this text identifies five major historical changes that are collectively producing a new scenario for women in prosperous, 21st century societies. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Feminism & Feminist Theory - Social Science | Sociology - General - Business & Economics | Women In Business |
| Dewey: 305.42 |
| LCCN: 00057118 |
| Physical Information: 0.94" H x 6" W x 9" (1.54 lbs) 356 pages |
| Themes: - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In this pioneering work, Catherine Hakim presents the Preference Theory, a new, multi-disciplinary philosophy for explaining and predicting current and future patterns for women choosing between family work and outside employment. It is the first theory developed specifically to explain women's behavior and choices, constituting a major break from male-oriented theorizing in sociology and economics. In fact, this text identifies five major historical changes that are collectively producing a new scenario for women in prosperous, 21st century societies. |