A Companion to Gender History: 6 (Wiley Blackwell Companions to World History)

Book Details

• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

• Author: Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition

• ISBN: 9781405149600

• Pages: 690

• Binding: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 1.5 inches

About The Book

A Companion to Gender History by Merry E. Wiesner-Hanks is an expansive and insightful survey of the history of women and gender relations across different cultures and eras. The book delves into the dynamic roles that gender plays in shaping human behavior, societal structures, and individual experiences over thousands of years. It explores the intersectionality of gender with other factors such as class, ethnicity, race, and religion, providing a comprehensive view of gender history from a global perspective.

This work discusses the evolution of women's roles throughout history, examining their interactions with men within gendered societies. It tackles subjects like family history, the history of the body and sexuality, and cultural history, all while considering the relevance of gender across various regions and social contexts.

Structured with both thematic essays and chronological-geographic essays, the book spans a wide temporal range—from pre-history to modern times. Its inclusive approach, written by a diverse group of scholars from across the English-speaking world, makes this an indispensable reference for anyone interested in gender studies, history, and social dynamics.