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Gender Inequality: Feminist Theories and Politics
In Gender Inequality: Feminist Theories and Politics, Fifth Edition, internationally renowned feminist Judith Lorber examines thirteen evolving theories of gender inequality. Tightly structured around Lorber's own paradigm of "reform, resistance, rebellion," this combination text/reader acknowledges feminism's significant contributions to redressing gender inequality and c...more
Hardcover, Third Edition, 343 pages
Published
March 1st 2005
by Roxbury Publishing Company
(first published April 28th 1998)
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This book is an excellent look at gender in a wide spectrum. The major weakness is Lorber's lack of depth in certain areas; however, if you consider its span, you'll also see there's not much room to delve into concepts fully (so, you can find what you like, then read about it) and for the uniformed reader, it's an excellent starting point. It's also great for feminist classes that are an overview of feminism rather than very topic orientated.
A good introduction to a variety of feminist theories, their theoretical goals, policy initiatives, and criticisms. The points are well elaborated on through direct quotations from the work of prominent feminists and academics in the field. All in all this is an excellent text for students of gender or feminist studies as well as students of political science.
Aside from the chapter on Third Wave Feminism (which just seemed like Lorber didn't "get it"), this book is a good guide for the various feminist theories. I like the way she organized the book into three different sections instead of just listing the theories chapter by chapter, as I've seen in similar books.
A decent overview of the different types of feminist theories. Could be organized better, and more information could be given. But, on the whole, a good mix of information that gives a good base for an introductory course. Easy reading and short chapters make it a good book to be assigned in class.
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