Gender: Ideas, Interactions, Institutions
Author: Lisa Wade (Author)
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Publisher: Polity
Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.8 x 9.2 inches
ISBN-10: 0745680361
ISBN-13: 978-0745680366
Publication Date: September 1, 2015
Print Length: 672 pages
Explore the complex and dynamic nature of gender in society through this comprehensive textbook. Lisa Wade’s engaging writing style makes abstract concepts accessible to students from various disciplines. Key features include real-world examples, case studies, and theoretical insights that help readers understand how gender is constructed and lived within different social institutions.
Ideal for sociology and gender studies courses, this book offers a balanced mix of theory and practical application, encouraging critical thinking about the role of gender in shaping human behavior and interactions. Highlighted chapters delve into topics such as family dynamics, work life, politics, and media representation.
