The Sociology of Gender An Introduction to Theory and Research |
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| Author:
| Wharton, Amy S. |
| Series title: | Key Themes in Sociology Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4051-4343-1 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2009 |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
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| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Book Format: | Digital download |
| List Price: | Contact Supplier contact
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Book Description:
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Gender is one of the most important topics in the field of sociology, and as a system of social practices it inspires a multitude of theoretical approaches.
The Sociology of Gender offers an introductory overview of gender theory and research, offering a unique and compelling approach.
- Treats gender as a multilevel system operating at the individual, interactional, and institutional levels.
- Stresses...
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Gender is one of the most important topics in the field of sociology, and as a system of social practices it inspires a multitude of theoretical approaches.
The Sociology of Gender offers an introductory overview of gender theory and research, offering a unique and compelling approach.
- 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.
- Closer Look readings at the end of each chapter give a unique perspective on chapter topics by presenting relevant articles by leading scholars.