Gender and Social Theory

Book Details:

• Author: Mark Evans

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: 2009

• ISBN: 8131602893

• Pages: 138

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.7 x 6.4 x 1.0 inches

• Release Date: 01-12-2009

About the Book:
"Gender and Social Theory" addresses the complex and pivotal role that gender plays in shaping our lives and social structures. This thought-provoking work delves into key questions such as:

• What is the most significant aspect of current literature on gender?

• How does this literature engage with social theory?

• How does the recognition of gender differentiation shift the central arguments of social theory?

The book explores how gender is not only a defining force in our personal lives but also a key factor in reshaping social theory. While feminist theory has deepened our understanding of gender's impact on both individual experiences and broader social structures, the book examines whether social theory itself is disrupted by this recognition. It questions whether social theory, often seen as blind to gender, truly shifts in its concerns and conclusions when gender awareness is brought into sharper focus.

Written by Mary Evans, a renowned expert in women’s studies, feminism, and gender theory, this book provides critical insights into the evolving intersection between gender and social theory. It is an invaluable resource for students and a must-have reference for scholars and anyone interested in the evolving role of gender in the social sciences.

About the Author:
Mary Evans is a Professor of Women’s Studies at the University of Kent at Canterbury. An esteemed scholar, her research spans across feminism, sociology of gender, and the intersections of literature and culture. She has published extensively on narrative and its role in shaping gender perspectives.