Women and Economics A Study of the Economic Relation Between Men and Women as a Factor in Social Evolution

"Woman and Economics" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a late 19th-century exploration of the financial connections between men and women, and how these relationships shape societal growth. The book starts by looking at how men and women used to have a more balanced dynamic, before society made women financially reliant on men. Gilman argues that this dependence holds back women and hurts society as a whole. By digging into historical context, Gilman sets the stage for a critical analysis of how money matters affect gender roles, pushing for a recognition of women's societal contributions beyond traditional expectations, challenging readers to rethink the fundamental structures governing male-female relations.