Synopsis Featuring comprehensive global coverage of women's issues and concerns, from movements and human rights to feminist roles, the Encyclopaedia of Women Studies brings the field into proper perspective for the scholars and students alike. Organised thematically for easy access and better understanding the areas covered have been dealt with in detail by some of the leading writers on these themes. The Encyclopaedia of Women Studies reviews the condition of women around the world, and provides in-depth articles on issues such as feminist movements, women and work, marriage and motherhood, sustainable livelihoods, lesbianism, economic reforms effecting women, and more. Subject areas cover the entire range of areas vital to the field of women's studies. This set is destined to become the resource of choice in the field of women's studies. The set provides valuable bibliographies at the end of all articles.