Explore the evolution of Europe’s principal intellectual professions with ‘Professional Men, Professional Women’ from The Bookish Owl. Spanning two centuries from the end of the ancient régime to the European Union’s rise, this historical and sociological study offers a comparative analysis of legal, medical, engineering, and accounting professions. Discover their origins, transformations, and responses to societal shifts including the state, social movements, economic crises, and wars. Delving into the professions’ relationship with fascist and authoritarian regimes, and critically examining the crucial role of women within these fields, this book provides a detailed and insightful perspective on ‘Professional Europe’. A must-read for understanding intellectual history and societal change.