Introducing Intersectionality

Short Introductions

by Mary Romero

How can we hope to understand social inequality without considering race, class, and gender in tandem? How do they interact with other categories such as sexuality, citizenship, and ableism? How does an inclusive analysis of domination and privilege move us closer to solutions touching the lives of diverse populations? In this clearly written book, Mary Romero presents intersectionality as a core facet of the sociological imagination. One-dimensional approaches are no longer acceptable. Instead, we must examine all systems of oppression simultaneously and how they integrate and work with or against each other to shape life experiences. Recognizing the dynamics of patriarchy, capitalism, and white supremacy, Romero shows how social inequality is maintained or minimized in various social settings and everyday sites of interaction. Drawing the theoretical threads together, the book demonstrates intersectional approaches in action in relation to the care crisis and wealth divide, to highlight the different understandings of these issues and their solutions arising from a comprehensive, intersectional examination. Offering an overview of scholarly and activist tradition in the development of intersectionality and how to apply intersectionality as a lens to enrich our understandings of social life, this introductory text will be an invaluable and welcome resource for all students of sociology.

Genres: Nonfiction

214 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 27, 2017

Reviews

[Ericka ☾⋆]

This was required reading for my intersectionalities and identities class. A lot of good info in here about intersections of race, sex, gender, sexuality, and class, with a writing style that made it all accessible and easy to read.

[Harold Hansen · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is beyond sub par. It provides no solutions to an entire wave of valid problems. It fosters a culture that encourages the competition of who can be the biggest victim instead of empower the minority categories. Intersectionality is the exact opposite of inclusion. If you enjoy sociology I highly recommend that you read something else.

[Diego · Rating 3 out of 5]

an in-depth introduction to the pillar that is intersectionality, helping us understand common problems as widespread social issues with layers of complexity rather than just being generally unmemorable personal issues.

[Dolan]

Really appreciated this introductory level text on intersectionality. Accessible, wise, and a fast read.