How women were erased from economic history
History Extra podcast
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Women in Economic History: Assets and Threats
This chapter examines the complex roles of women throughout economic history, highlighting their portrayal as both valuable assets and societal threats across different cultures. It delves into the systemic oppression faced by women, including historical disenfranchisement in labor and credit access, while challenging the notion of a straightforward progress towards gender equality.
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