O'Connor, Pat
A 'proper' woman? One woman's story of success and failure in academia (Reimagining Ireland)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781803743059
- author:
- O'Connor, Pat
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Peter Lang International Academic Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 238
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Education, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A 'proper' Woman? One Woman's Story of Success and Failure in Academia by Pat O'Connor is a thought-provoking memoir that chronicles the author's 46-year career in academia. From contract research assistant to full professor and line manager, Pat shares her experiences of success and failure, strength and fragility, as she challenges traditional notions of what it means to be a 'proper' woman. This book offers a unique insight into the subtle and relentless processes of devaluation, marginalisation and disempowerment that are often normalised in academic environments. With honesty and wit, Pat recounts her journey, highlighting the personal costs she incurred as she confronted these issues head-on. Her story is both deeply personal and universally relatable, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in feminism, academia, or social change. By sharing her experiences, Pat O'Connor provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing conversation about gender equality and women's empowerment in academia.
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