Gender Roles: A Sociological Perspective

Author: Lindsey L.L

Brand: Prentice Hall

Edition: 5

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 528

Release Date: 01-12-2011

Details: This text provides a balanced , non-polarized view of controversial issues that dispel gender myths. Focusing on the most recent research and theory??" Gender Roles provides an in-depth survey and analysis of modern gender roles and issues from a sociological perspective while also integrating insights and research from other disciplines like biology, psychology, anthropology and history. Table Of Contents: Preface Acknowledgments PART ITHEORETICAL AND INTERDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVES Chapter 1:The Sociology of Gender: Theoretical Perspectives and Feminist Frameworks Chapter 2:Gender Development: Biology, Sexuality, and Health Chapter 3:Gender Development: The Socialization Process Chapter 4:Gendered Language and Socialization Chapter 5:Western History and the Construction of Gender Roles Chapter 6:Global Perspectives on Gender PART IIGENDER ROLES, MARRIAGE, AND THE FAMILY Chapter 7:Gendered Love, Marriage, and Emerging Lifestyles Chapter 8:Gender and Family Relations Chapter 9:Men and Masculinity PART IIIGENDER ROLES: FOCUS ON SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS Chapter 10:Gender, Work, and the Workplace Chapter 11:Education and Gender Role Change Chapter 12:Religion and Patriarchy Chapter 13:Media Chapter 14:Power, Politics, and the Law References ??? Glossary ??? Name/Subject Index

EAN: 9788120343627

Package Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches

Languages: English