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Gender Roles: A Sociological Perspective (3rd Edition)
Gender Roles A Sociological Perspective - 3rd Edition Author:Linda L. Lindsey This clearly written book introduces readers to both the discipline of sociology and to the specific area of gender roles at the same time. Focusing on the most recent research, both in the U.S. and globally, it provides an in-depth, multidisciplinary survey of both modern gender roles and issues. This book explains basic sociological conce... more »pts and theories. By providing a global/cross-cultural focus, it shows how gender issues are global issues which impact people at ALL levels. Emphasizes multicultural diversity in the U.S., highlighting the latest research linking gender to race, class, and age with a focus on mid-life and older women. Integrates insights from other disciplines- e.g., biology, psychology, and history- as they have influenced thinking on gender roles and the creation of beliefs about women and men, masculinity and femininity. Features a chapter on women, work, and the workplace. For people interested in sociology and women's issues.« less
This book is very informative as far as textbooks go. I was fortunate enough to be taught this class by the author, Linda L. Lindsey, and she really opened my eyes to the sociological perspective.