Women, politics, and power : a global perspective / Pamela Paxton, Melanie M. Hughes. Paxton, Pamela Marie. Hughes, Melanie M. Women Political activity. Women Political activity Cross-cultural studies. Representative government and representation. HQ1236 .P39 2007 324.082 22 PAW Includes bibliographical references (p. 318-348) and index. "This book provides a clear, detailed, and current introduction to women's political representation across a wide range of countries and regions. Using broad statistical overviews and detailed case study accounts, the authors document both historical trends and the contemporary state of women's political strength in diverse countries. No other book offers such a thorough and multidisciplinary synthesis of research on women's political power around the world."--BOOK JACKET. Los Angeles : Pine Forge Press, c2007. c2007. 2007 Text xvi, 379 p. : http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0620/2006030147.html eng Sociology for a new century series Sociology for a new century.