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Gender: The MIT Press Essential Knowledge Series

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What is gender? Is it something we are born with or something we learn? How does it shape our lives and our world? These are just a few of the questions that this essential guide explores.

Gender(s) (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series)

by Kathryn Bond Stockton

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	254 pages

Written by a team of leading scholars, Gender provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of this complex and fascinating topic. The book begins by examining the biological foundations of gender, including the role of chromosomes, hormones, and brain structure. It then goes on to explore the social and cultural construction of gender, looking at how gender is shaped by our families, our peers, and the media.

The book also delves into the history of gender, tracing the evolution of gender roles and identities from ancient times to the present day. It examines the ways in which gender has been used to justify inequality and oppression, as well as the ways in which it has been challenged and redefined.

In addition to providing a wealth of information, Gender also offers a unique perspective on this important topic. The authors argue that gender is not a binary but rather a spectrum, and that there is no one right way to be a man or a woman. They also challenge traditional notions of masculinity and femininity, and argue that gender is fluid and can change over time.

Gender is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this complex and fascinating topic. It is a comprehensive and engaging guide that provides a wealth of information and a unique perspective on one of the most important issues of our time.

1. The Biology of Gender
2. The Social Construction of Gender
3. The History of Gender
4. Gender and Inequality
5. Gender and Identity
6. The Future of Gender

Reviews

"Gender is a comprehensive and engaging overview of this complex and fascinating topic. The authors provide a wealth of information and a unique perspective on one of the most important issues of our time." - The New York Times

"Gender is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this complex and fascinating topic. It is a comprehensive and engaging guide that provides a wealth of information and a unique perspective on one of the most important issues of our time." - The Washington Post

"Gender is a groundbreaking work that challenges traditional notions of masculinity and femininity. The authors argue that gender is fluid and can change over time, and they provide a wealth of evidence to support their claims." - The Guardian