Gender and Development The Japanese Experience in Comparative Perspective

Although Japanese economic development is often discussed, less attention is given to social development, and much less to gender related issues. By examining Japanese experiences related to gender, the authors seek insights relevant to the current developing countries. Simultaneously, the book poin...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Murayama, Mayumi (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London Palgrave Macmillan UK 2005, 2005
Series:IDE-JETRO Series
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:Although Japanese economic development is often discussed, less attention is given to social development, and much less to gender related issues. By examining Japanese experiences related to gender, the authors seek insights relevant to the current developing countries. Simultaneously, the book points out the importance for Japanese society to draw lessons from the creativity and activism of women in developing countries
Physical Description:XX, 266 p online resource
ISBN:9780230524026