Who's Afraid of Women's Studies?: Feminisms in Everyday Life

A highly accessible overview of the central themes of women's studies, suitable for introductory reading in undergraduate courses or for a more general audience's introduction to the meaning of feminism and its relevance as a progressive force in society. The authors tackle six broad topics that dominate the field and are key to understanding women's experiences and prospects: women's bodies, anger & desires, sexuality, internal backlash, feminist methods, & identity politics. The authors consider why there is a resistance to the development of American feminism and women's studies in the academy, with their continuing representation of marginalized, excluded, and silenced voices.

About the author

Mary Rogers is Professor of Sociology, University of West Florida and the author of six books, including Contemporary Feminist Theory: A Text/Reader and Barbie Culture. C. D. Garrett is an independent scholar who lives and works in Philadelphia.

Product details

• Authors: C. D. Garrett, Mary F. Rogers
• Publisher: Altamira Pr
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.07.2002
• EAN: 9780759101739
• ISBN: 978-0-7591-0173-9
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 162 mm x 230 mm x 17 mm
• Weight: 413 g
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories