The sociology of gender : an introduction to theory and research
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Published
Chichester, West Sussex ; Malden, MA : Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
Edition
2nd ed.
Physical Desc
viii, 279 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Status
SWOCC Library - SWOCC Collection New
HQ1075.W48 2012 2nd ed.
1 available
HQ1075.W48 2012 2nd ed.
1 available
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Published
Chichester, West Sussex ; Malden, MA : Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
Format
Book
Edition
2nd ed.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 245-264) and index.
Description
"Featuring extensive revisions and updates, the Second Edition of The Sociology of Gender: An Introduction to Theory and Research presents an introductory overview of gender theory and research, and continues to offer a unique and compelling approach to one of the most important topics in the field of sociology. Features extensive revisions and updates, and incorporates recent cross-national research on gender Expands and develops frameworks introduced in first edition Treats gender as a multilevel system operating at the individual, interactional, and institutional levels Stresses conceptual and theoretical issues in the sociology of gender Offers an accessible yet intellectually sophisticated approach to current gender theory and research Includes pedagogical features designed to encourage critical thinking and debate "--,Provided by publisher.
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"Featuring extensive revisions and updates, the new Second Edition of The Sociology of Gender presents an introductory overview of gender theory and research, and continues to offer a unique and compelling approach to one of the most important topics in the field of sociology. Drawing from recent and ongoing research in the field, gender scholar Amy Wharton develops and expands upon theoretical approaches to gender from her acclaimed first edition. These approaches emphasize how gender can be viewed through different "lenses," and how each one generates a particular way of thinking about gender and its role in social life. Wharton shows how individualist approaches view gender as part of the person; interactional approaches focus on the ways that gender emerges through social interaction; and institutional views emphasize how gender is built into organizations, social structures, and institutional arrangements. The book deftly summarizes and examines these three frameworks to facilitate an understanding of gender's contested meanings and vast areas of research. Also addressed is the importance of analyzing gender in relation to other kinds of distinctions, such as those based on race, social class, or sexual orientation. The newest research findings by key scholars are also discussed, and excerpts from contemporary scholarship and public debate allow for comparative analysis of different areas of study. The Sociology of Gender: An Introduction to Theory and Research, Second Edition, offers the most up-to-date and accessible overview of this prominent subfield of sociological enquiry available today"--,Provided by publisher.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Wharton, A. S. (2012). The sociology of gender: an introduction to theory and research (2nd ed.). Wiley-Blackwell.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Wharton, Amy S. 2012. The Sociology of Gender: An Introduction to Theory and Research. Wiley-Blackwell.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Wharton, Amy S. The Sociology of Gender: An Introduction to Theory and Research Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Wharton, Amy S. The Sociology of Gender: An Introduction to Theory and Research 2nd ed., Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.
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