Because of Sex: One Law, Ten Cases, and Fifty Years That Changed American Women's Lives at Work
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Book Synopsis: One of The New York Times’s 10 Books to Read for Women’s History Month
Gillian Thomas's Because of Sex tells the story of how one law, our highest court, and a few tenacious women changed the American workplace forever. Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act revolutionized the lives of America’s working women, making it illegal to discriminate “because of sex.” But that simple phrase didn’t mean much until ordinary women began using the law to get justice on the job—and some took their fights all the way to the Supreme Court. These unsung heroines’ victories, and those of the other women profiled in Because of Sex, dismantled a Mad Men world where women could only hope to play supporting roles, where sexual harassment was “just the way things are,” and where pregnancy meant getting a pink slip.
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Looking for a powerful and thought-provoking read? Look no further than Gillian Thomas's Because of Sex. This gripping book, featured on The New York Times's coveted list of 10 Books to Read for Women's History Month, delves into the untold stories behind ten landmark cases that forever transformed the lives of American women in the workplace.
Because of Sex highlights the remarkable journey of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, a law that shattered the glass ceiling for working women across the nation. By making it illegal to discriminate "because of sex," this legislation sparked a revolutionary change in the American workforce. Gain insight into the tremendous impact of this law, our highest court, and the resilience of a select group of courageous women.
Step into a world where ordinary women defied societal norms and fought for their rights in the workplace. Follow their inspiring journeys as they used the power of law to achieve justice and equality, even taking their battles to the Supreme Court. Discover the remarkable victories of these unsung heroines, whose triumphs shattered the confines of a Mad Men era, where women were confined to supporting roles and sexual harassment was a norm.
Get ready to be captivated by the incredible stories showcased in Because of Sex. Experience how this compelling book unveils a world where pregnancy was once the reason for dismissal, and where women were treated as second-class citizens. Celebrate the courage and determination of the women who paved the way for generations of working women to come.
Don't miss your chance to be enlightened and inspired. Grab your copy of Because of Sex today and join the ranks of those who embrace the fight for gender equality. Click here to embark on a thrilling journey through the ten cases that reshaped America's workplace forever.
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