Feminism and gender equality

"Over the past century, people have fought for gender equality, but feminism is still an often-questioned movement. What does 'feminism' mean? Is it necessary in a modern world? This exploration of feminism presents readers with well-researched, unbiased text to help them answer these questions and more. From the history of women's rights to current discussions about how attitudes toward all genders affect society, this volume helps readers form educated opinions about important social issues"--Provided by publisher.