Women in Britain, 1900-2000

Download or read book Women in Britain, 1900-2000 written by Annette Mayer and published by Hodder Education. This book was released on 2002 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the 20th century, women experienced significant changes in their political, social and economic status within British society. This volume offers a detailed examination of the forces that influenced those developments. It identifies the range of factors, which helped to shift opinions and attitudes, and assisted in the continuing emancipation of women. Particular attention is given to the impact on women's lives of two World Wars, political, social, economic and educational reforms, technological change and evolving feminist ideas. The role played by key individuals is also examined. Finally, the book provides an overview of the progress achieved by women and questions the extent to which they have secured equality with men.