Women and the Economy

This lively economics textbook uniquely offers a comprehensive exploration of economic issues related to women, covering topics from marriage and family dynamics to work and pay. It goes beyond the basics to include up-to-date empirical research and pressing policy discussions, making it an essential read for those interested in the economic dimensions of gender.Using contemporary economic theory, the authors analyze various aspects of women’s lives, diving into labor economics, family economics, fertility, and gender inequality. Designed for students in advanced undergraduate courses, this book assumes a basic knowledge of economics, providing an accessible yet authoritative resource for those ready to engage with these critical issues.New to this edition:New co-author, Laura Argys, brings fresh perspectives and research experience in economics ad economic demographyEnhanced discussion of intersectionalityMore coverage of the childcare marketGreater reference to LGBTQ issuesAn integrated approach to racial issuesIncreased comparative analysis between women in US and women in other industrialized economiesNew end-of-chapter exercises/problem questionsNew research findings and relevant emerging policy issues integrated in each chapter