The Evolution and Impact of the Women's Movement

This chapter provides a detailed overview of the historical development of the women's movement in the West, from its early phases in the US to its resurgence in the post-World War era. It explores key figures and events, the intersection of the movement with other social and political movements, and the emergence of autonomous women's movements in the 1960s. The chapter also analyzes different theoretical trends within the feminist movement, from liberal feminism to radical feminism, and critiques the limitations of liberalism in addressing systemic inequality.