Abstract

This book presents the complete, unedited version of the special lecture given by sociologist Chizuko Ueno for NHK's popular program, "The Last Lecture," which asks prominent figures: "What would you speak about on your final day?" This volume includes essential parts that were not broadcast on television.
Ueno's groundbreaking research actually began with the study of the "housewife." Through this complete lecture, readers will grasp the history and core issues of her feminist and gender studies, which she has relentlessly pursued for the well-being of women.
Topics covered include:
Housework as unpaid labor.
The burden of housework, childcare, caregiving, and nursing all falling upon a single woman.
The history of how traditional family caregiving shifted into professionalized labor.
You will undoubtedly be deeply moved by this inspiring message from a pioneer who has run at the forefront of her time and helped create a more livable society for all of us!

Author’s Information

Sociologist. Active as a pioneer in women's studies, gender studies, and nursing care research in Japan. Her many books include "A Comprehensive Study of Sexy Gals: How to Read, Be Read, and Make Women Read," "Theater Under the Skirt: Why Are People So Obsessed with Panties?", "How Do Girls Live? Tell Me! Professor Ueno," "Professor Ueno, Teach Me Feminism from Scratch!", "Old Age for the Single Person," "The Way of the Single Man," "The Final Days of the Single Person," and "Recommendations for Dying Alone at Home."