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Sociology Of Gender Paperback – 27 January 2010

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Sociology Of Gender: A Brief Introduction
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An ideal "essentials" text for introductory courses, The Sociology of Gender, Third Edition, provides a concise--yet also in-depth--overview of basic sociological concepts and perspectives on gender. Focusing primarily on the contemporary United States, author Laura Kramer integrates history, theory, and research in order to examine the current gender system and the ways in which macro-, middle-, and micro-level societal forces have changed that system over time. In addition, Kramer's explicitly sociological approach provides an alternative to--and critiques of--prevailing biological and psychological approaches to gender and sexual orientation. Featuring an exceptionally accessible and engaging writing style, The Sociology of Gender explores how race, ethnicity, and social class affect the meaning of gender. A chapter on culture provides a close look at traditionally dominant versions of femininities and masculinities and how they are communicated through language, mass media, and religion. The concepts of individual agency and resistance, introduced in the first chapter, resurface throughout in discussions of culture and socialization. The third edition provides increased coverage of such cutting-edge topics as men and masculinity, intersectionality, and the body and sexuality (including homosexuality). An updated Instructor's Manual and Test Bank is available to adopters. Enhanced by numerous real-world examples, a glossary, and evocative discussion questions, The Sociology of Gender, Third Edition, is an accessible and lively overview that is ideal for introductory sociology courses.
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  1. Language
    English
  2. Publisher
    Oxford University Press USA
  3. Publication date
    27 January 2010
  4. Dimensions
    19.05 x 1.27 x 24.13 cm
  5. ISBN-10
    019538928X
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0195389289
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"This is the best brief text on the market. It does not talk down to students, but presents scholarly research in a clear, intelligible form."--Marilyn Helterline, State University of New York College at Oneonta "Such a concise and focused text simultaneously provides a solid theoretical foundation while allowing room in the course for creative pedagogical practices."--Jennifer Johnson, Virginia Commonwealth University

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press USA; 3rd edition (27 January 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 019538928X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0195389289
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.05 x 1.27 x 24.13 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Textbook
Reviewed in the United States on 26 October 2013
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This is my Sociology of Gender Textbook. It is nice and easy to read. The only disappointment with this book is that it doesn't define the words off to the side, but in the actual text. Thankfully, there is a glossary.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Book came super stained with pages stuck together
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Book came super stained with pages stuck together, like something was spilled on it. The content of the book, though, was very informative and easy to understand.
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