Sex, Gender, and Sexuality: The New Basics

by Abby L. Ferber (Editor), Kimberly Holcomb (Editor), Tre Wentling (Editor)

Interest in gender and sexual identity has soared in recent years, sparking lively discussions both inside and outside of the classroom. Sex, Gender, and The New Basics brings together many of the vibrant voices in this ongoing dialogue, constructing a compelling new model for
making sense of gender and sexuality. As it bridges the study of these topics, this dynamic anthology provides a thorough examination of their various interconnections and intersections.

Working from an accessible, incisive framework, editors Abby L. Ferber, Kimberly Holcomb, and Tre Wentling raise many provocative questions, including
* How does our understanding of the relationships between sex, gender, and sexuality vary across time and culture?
* What are the relationships between transgender, transsexual, and queer?
* How do class and race shape the experiences and expressions of gender and sexuality?

To capture the broad spectrum of its subject, Sex, Gender, and The New Basics integrates a variety of selections, including first-person accounts and narratives, poems, theoretical analyses, and critiques of existing research. In addition, the editors have created a unique glossary,
which provides current definitions of both basic and cutting-edge terms. An invaluable resource for both students and instructors in this constantly evolving field, this collection of key concepts familiarizes readers with the latest developments in research and vocabulary.

Ideal for courses in sociology and women's studies, Sex, Gender, and The New Basics introduces students to the exciting new research that will shape the ways in which we understand sex, gender, and sexuality--as well as the complex and shifting relationships among these
categories.

Genres: School, Sexuality, Gender and Sexuality

576 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2008

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this collection of essays as part of Gender and Sexuality taught by on the editor-authors of the book, Kimberly Holcomb. Holcomb is nearly single-handedly responsible for my career in Women's and Ethnic Studies and I hold her in great esteem academically, professionally, and personally...this book is phenomenal as a companion to the discussion of sex, gender, and sexuality in our modern society as well as from a socio-cultural historical perspective...

[Angela Chaos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Will probably be reading this for a long time--haven't finished it by any means, but I am already in love with this book. The editors manage to introduce certain key concepts of gender and sexuality studies without essentializing identity (and more importantly, introducing both the concepts and the critiques). Highest recommendation!

[Nadine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Had to read this for class in college... Its a bit confusing yet interesting..

[Franklin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wide variety of essays and perspectives on complex issues with gender and sexuality. Very informative.

I will definitely use the book for future reference when it comes to gender and sexuality.