Women and leadership
Subtitle: a contextual perspective
By: Karin Klenke.
Publisher: Springer Pub. Co.
Published: 1996
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 307
Subjects: Leadership.; Women -- Social conditions.; Women civic leaders.; Sex role.
Description: This book examines women's access to leadership roles and how these roles are perceived in society. It represents one of the first scholarly examinations of the burgeoning field of leadership. Using real-life examples and case studies of prominent women, Dr. Klenke explores the complex interactions between gender, leadership, and culture.

Topics include the changing conceptions of leadership, women leaders in history, contemporary leadership theories, barriers to women's leadership, and women leaders worldwide. This volume is of primary interest to educators and students involved in women's studies programs as well as in courses in gender and leadership.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 265-299) and index.