Routledge - The Myth Of The Male Breadwinner - Social Science

Explore the complex relationship between gender, labor, and economic change in this academic study from Routledge. The Myth Of The Male Breadwinner: Women And Industrialization In The Caribbean examines the shifting roles of women as societies undergo industrial transitions. The text addresses the ongoing debate regarding paid employment for women. It looks at whether working for wages serves as a path to gender equality by increasing class consciousness and reducing domestic isolation, or if it simply adds to the existing burdens women face. By focusing on the Caribbean context, this book provides a specific perspective on how economic shifts impact social structures and female independence. This work is an essential resource for students and researchers in anthropology and social sciences. It offers a deep look into how the transition to industrialization changes the dynamics of the household and the relationship between men and women in the workforce.