The Short Guide to Gender

Book Details:

• Author: Kath Woodward

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2012

• ISBN: 9788131605035

• Pages: 152

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches

About the Book
This concise and accessible guide serves as an essential introduction to the foundational concepts and evolving debates within gender studies. Structured around clear definitions, insightful explanations, and real-world policy implications, the book effectively uses case studies to demonstrate how gender intersects with race, class, ethnicity, and other social identities.

Kath Woodward provides an engaging overview of the dynamic field of gender, showing how the concepts of sex and gender are intertwined and socially constructed. With a focus on current global and societal contexts, this compact text is designed to benefit students across disciplines as well as professionals in education, social policy, and development work. The book's structured approach and pedagogical features make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the relevance and impact of gender in contemporary society.

About the Author / Editor
Kath Woodward is Professor of Sociology at the Open University, UK, where she has led courses in women’s studies, sociology, and gender & technology. She is affiliated with the Centre for Research on Socio-Cultural Change and focuses her research on gender identities, diversity, and embodiment, particularly in the field of sport. Her notable publications include Why Feminism Matters (co-authored with Sophie Woodward) and Social Sciences: The Big Issues.