Femininity, Mathematics and Science 1880-1914

Femininity, Mathematics and Science 1880-1914

by C. Jones (Author)

Synopsis

Through the prism of gender, this text explores the contrasting cultures and practice of mathematics and science and asks how they impacted on women. Claire Jones assesses nineteenth-century ideas about women's intellect, femininity and masculinity, and assesses how these attitudes shaped women's experiences as students and practitioners.

$125.36

Quantity

20+ in stock

More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 276
Edition: 2009
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 15 Oct 2009

ISBN 10: 0230555217
ISBN 13: 9780230555211