The Gendered Society Reader, Sixth Edition, edited by Michael Kimmel and Amy Aronson, offers a comprehensive exploration of gender through a diverse collection of influential essays. This volume brings together a dynamic range of perspectives, featuring both classic and contemporary voices, to critically examine the multifaceted interpretations of gender. The readings delve into gender discourse across various academic disciplines, with a primary focus on the interconnected themes of difference and domination. Designed for a balanced understanding, this reader tackles fundamental questions such as the nature of differences between males and females, the societal implications of these distinctions, and the ways in which cultures and religions shape gender understandings. It further investigates the persistent societal practice of differentiating individuals based on gender and explores the pervasive phenomenon of male domination in nearly all known societies. Thoroughly updated with relevant and engaging material, the sixth edition serves as an ideal companion to Michael Kimmel’s seminal textbook, The Gendered Society, Sixth Edition.

Author: Michael Kimmel

Edition: 6th

Publisher: Oxford University Press

ISBN-10: 190260378

ISBN-13: 978-0190260378

Publication Date: July 1, 2016