The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Gender and Sexuality Studies, 5 Volume Set
An essential reference for gender and sexuality research.
Nancy A Naples editor Wai Ching Angela Wong editor Maithree Wickramasinghe editor Renee C Hoogland editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Published:6th May '16
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
This comprehensive encyclopedia offers invaluable insights into gender and sexuality studies, featuring contributions from leading scholars across multiple disciplines.
The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Gender and Sexuality Studies, 5 Volume Set serves as a comprehensive resource for students and scholars engaged in the intricate fields of gender, feminist, queer, masculinity, and sexuality studies. This encyclopedia recognizes the growing interdisciplinary influence of these areas, making it an essential tool for those exploring the intersections of identity and social dynamics. With contributions from a diverse team of scholars renowned in their respective disciplines, the encyclopedia promises depth and breadth in its coverage of topics relevant to gender and sexuality studies.
Each entry is crafted to be approachable, ensuring that complex ideas are presented in a clear and accessible manner. Readers will find that entries include short bibliographies and lists of cross-references, facilitating further exploration of the subjects at hand. The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Gender and Sexuality Studies, 5 Volume Set is unique in its interdisciplinary approach, drawing from sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, economics, literary studies, politics, history, and psychology, alongside women's, gender, and sexuality studies.
Attention is given to the inclusion of feminist activism and the representation of regional and national diversity within an international context. The encyclopedia also addresses social policy, economics, and the role of non-governmental organizations, making it a vital reference for understanding the complexities of gender and sexuality in contemporary society.
"One of the greatest benefits of having [digital] access to this encyclopedia is that it is online and searchable. It will make a good addition to an online reference collection for any university where human sexuality or gender studies are offered.... The other strength of this reference work is its interdisciplinary nature. I was surprised at the breadth of topics that were covered in the resource."
—Jamie Bloss, Reference Reviews, Vol 31, No 3
ISBN: 9781405196949
Dimensions: 274mm x 191mm x 211mm
Weight: 5352g
2800 pages