KEY CONCEPTS IN FEMINIST THEORY AND RESEARCH

Book Details:

• ISBN: 9789354797453

• Author: Christina Hughes

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Publication Year: 2025

• Binding: Hardback

• Pages: 222

• Sale Territory: India Only

About the Book
This insightful and engaging text explores the core concepts in feminist theory, providing an in-depth exploration of key feminist debates. The book addresses the implications of postmodernism and post-structuralism on feminist theorizing, introducing the concept of "conceptual literacy" as a pedagogic task. This makes it easier for students to understand the dynamic meanings and conceptualizations of key feminist terms, such as equality, difference, choice, care, time, and experience.

Each chapter delves into the changing nature of these terms and their conceptual frameworks, offering a clear examination of the debates surrounding them. Case studies illustrate how these concepts are applied in feminist empirical research. The text is an invaluable resource for students taking courses in feminist theory, research methods, and gender studies across the social sciences.

Key Concepts Covered:

• Equality, Difference, and Choice

• Care, Time, and Experience

• Conceptual Literacy in Feminist Theory

• The Role of Postmodernism and Post-structuralism in Feminist Thought

About the Author
Christina Hughes is a Professor of Women and Gender at the University of Warwick, UK, and currently serves as the Chair of the Faculty of Social Sciences. Her research interests span a variety of feminist topics, including stepfamily life, lifelong learning, and artisan entrepreneurship. She is also a leading expert in feminist quantitative methodologies. Her work has been crucial in developing feminist approaches to social capital, equality, and methodology, and she has contributed extensively to the field through both academic publications and teaching.