Echtgenote, erfgename, onderneemster

The book "Real Wife, Heir, Entrepreneur" offers a comprehensive analysis of the role of women in medium-sized family businesses in the 20th century. It highlights how women, often in the background, have significantly contributed to the success of these companies, even though they were frequently not recognized as entrepreneurs in public perception. The collection of eleven essays, drawn from various industries and eras, opens new perspectives on the diverse roles women have played as daughters, wives, mothers, widows, and entrepreneurs. By combining approaches from business, gender, social, and cultural history, the significant influence of women in family businesses is made visible. This publication is a valuable contribution to research on female entrepreneurs and their historical significance.