Gender in World Perspective offers a comprehensive introduction to modern gender studies with a strong global outlook. Raewyn Connell and Rebecca Pearse examine how masculinities and femininities are formed across diverse cultures and connect personal experiences to large-scale social structures.
This edition explores psychological differences between women and men, the impact of economic restructuring, and the intersection of gender with environmental change. It presents a multidimensional framework that balances empirical research with political and theoretical insights.
The third edition includes a new chapter on ecofeminism, environmental justice, and sustainability. Readers will gain up-to-date analysis of emerging gender theories and debates.
Key Features:
- Global empirical research and theoretical perspectives
- Clear framework linking individual lives to institutions
- New chapter on ecofeminism and environmental justice
- Accessible overview of contemporary gender politics