Synopses & Reviews
This unique social history spans the last half century, when developments in birth control and the education of women have increased opportunities for women to have successful careers. This book investigates how the first generation of modern women faced the challenge of combining marriage and family with professional responsibilities. Olivia Cox-Fill, an Irish journalist and professional filmmaker, interviewed hundreds of prominent women from 10 different countries on three continents before presenting this group portrait of 30 interviews of women leaders, diplomats, award-winning scientists, government ministers, doctors, and industrialists, to name a few of the professions represented. The interviews are set against the backdrop of the social history of women in each country. Their achievements, especially in light of the tenor of their times, and their desire and ability to have rewarding and fulfilling family lives make them inspiring models for later generations of women who may consider it necessary to choose between home and career. The author's international connections with high-ranking diplomats and politicians allow us valuable glimpses into the real world of outstanding women.
Synopsis
Combines poignant social histories of women in 10 countries with interviews of high-ranking women from those countries who talk about their family life in respect to career.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 279-282) and index.
About the Author
OLIVIA COX-FILL, an independent writer with a background in journalism, medicine, and Chinese literature, has written and presented television series on outstanding women worldwide.
Table of Contents
Preface
America
United States
Asia
China
India
Japan
Europe
England
France
Germany
Ireland
Italy
Sweden
Bibliography
Index