Table of Contents:**

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Chapter 1

: Historical Foundations of Gender Roles**
1.1 Pre-modern Gender Constructs
1.2 Gender in Medieval France
1.3 Renaissance and Early Modern Gender Ideals
1.4 Enlightenment Era Perspectives on Gender
1.5 Gender Roles in 19th Century France
1.6 The Impact of World Wars on Gender Dynamics
1.7 Post-War Gender Reconfigurations

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Chapter 2

: Gender and Politics in France**
2.1 Women's Suffrage Movements
2.2 Women in French Politics: Representation and Participation
2.3 Gender Policy and Legislation
2.4 Feminist Movements in France
2.5 Gender in French Political Discourse
2.6 Intersectionality in French Politics
2.7 Challenges and Progress in Achieving Gender Equality

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Chapter 3

: Gender and Workforce Participation**
3.1 Historical Perspectives on Women in the Workforce
3.2 Gender Disparities in Employment Opportunities
3.3 Glass Ceiling Phenomenon in French Corporate Culture
3.4 Gender Wage Gap and Pay Equity Legislation
3.5 Work-Life Balance: Impact on Gender Roles
3.6 Women in STEM Fields
3.7 Emerging Trends in Gender and Entrepreneurship

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Chapter 4

: Gender and Family Dynamics**
4.1 Traditional Family Structures in France
4.2 Evolving Notions of Parenthood and Caregiving
4.3 Gendered Division of Household Labor
4.4 LGBTQ+ Parenting in France
4.5 Reproductive Rights and Policies
4.6 Changing Attitudes Towards Marriage and Cohabitation
4.7 Intergenerational Transmission of Gender Norms

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Chapter 5

: Representations of Gender in French Media and Culture**
5.1 Gender Stereotypes in French Media
5.2 Portrayals of Gender in Film and Television
5.3 Gender in French Literature and Art
5.4 Fashion and Gender Identity
5.5 Role of Social Media in Shaping Gender Norms
5.6 Queer Culture and Representation
5.7 Contemporary Debates on Gender and Cultural Identity

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