ch 1. American women : who are they? -- ch 2. Women's education -- ch 3. Women in the labor force -- ch 4. Women's occupations -- ch 5. Money, income, and poverty -- ch 6. Women and their children -- ch 7. Child care and elder care -- ch 8. Women in U.S. politics -- ch 9. Women as victims -- ch 10. Women as criminals -- ch 11. Women's health.
Summary
Explores the lives of women in American society. Includes information on women's demographic trends, educational achievements, employment, financial status, parental responsibilities, political roles, victimization, and health issues.