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Men and Masculinities
Men and Masculinities is one of the most comprehensive texts ever published on the sociology of masculinity. Wide-ranging and accessible, it considers all the key themes, concepts and writings informing this increasingly important area of study. Starting with discussion of the nature/nurture debate, Freudian and Jungian perspectives, and first-wave writings on men and masculinity, Men and Masculinities explores the work of key feminist and profeminist theorists such as Bob Connell, Jeff Hearn, Michael Kimmel, Michael Messner, Peter Nardi and Lynne Segal. In charting trends and new directions in the critical study of men, the book highlights the growing influence of postmodern and poststructu...
The Masculinities Reader
The Masculinities Reader provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the key debates informing the study of masculinity. Structured in an accessible format, the book makes available in a single text some of the most important work on a range of subjects including male power; patriarchy; management and organizations; sexualities; gay friendships; sport; intimacy; identity; hegemonic masculinity; violence; schooling; language; homophobia; Black, Latino and Chicano masculinities; families; media; postmodernism; and subjectivity. The book opens with a substantive introductory chapter that looks at masculinity in crisis, post-feminism, men's power, changing men, nature/nurture debates and ...
Gender and Identity: Key Themes and New Directions
A core text for courses in gender studies, which uses identity as an entry point for examining gender construction.
Toxic Masculinity
Humankind is at the tipping point in its greatest-ever revolution - a revolution in gender relationships, gender identities and gender power. Women are confidently on the rise while men and their behaviours are under scrutiny like never before. At the core of this historic shift lies 'toxic masculinity'. You'll have heard the term, but do you know what it means? Where does TM come from? Who has it? How does one catch the TM virus? What does it look like? What does it mean for women, love and relationships? Is it the only masculinity out there? And, most importantly, how can we get rid of it? This fascinating, insightful and engaging book provides all the answers while exploring the most pressing issue of the 21st century. Informed by the author's 30 years of research into men and masculinities and the latest global studies, this book is the definitive examination of modern man and a must read for anyone concerned with the future of men, gender and sexual relationships.
Managing Professional Identities
This book addresses the nature of current shifts in professional and managerial knowledge and practice, particularly in relation to power and accountability. Connecting with current debates concerned with work and identity, the book will present a range of theoretical and empirical accounts of the dilemmas and issues facing specialists in various organizational arenas as they seek to adapt to the challenges of organizational and cultural transformation. Contributions offer innovative and sophisticated theoretical engagements which draw upon various perspectives, including those of post-structuralism, feminism, post-marxism and post-modernism.
Total Inclusivity at Work
"Despite inclusivity's importance and most people's desire for it, understanding inclusivity can be tricky. This book introduces the concept of Total Inclusivity to organisations, their leaders and employees around the world. It aims to help organisations and those people who create them, to become Totally Inclusive communities, wherein diversity is valued, healthy identities enabled, respect for difference prevails, and every member counts - regardless of their identity mix. The book provides insights into how identity works and defines Total Inclusivity as concept and practice. The authors also suggest what organisations can do to safeguard and nurture diverse organisational identities. Th...
The Relationship Manifesto
The Relationship Manifesto is a must-read for anyone in, out of, or looking for a relationship. It is simply the most informed, frank and explicit book on modern love, sex and romance that you'll read. Full of expert advice, easy to follow guidelines and true life examples, this book will guarantee you never experience a 'failed' relationship again. Discover the 12 Aspects of Togetherness that secure love; the 10 Core Truths to all relationships; the 3 Types of Love we all experience; the 5 Types of Relationships available to you; and the 10 Love Myths that stop us from reaching our true relationship potential. As The Relationship Manifesto declares, there is now a new global gender reality and the only way to save relationships is to change them: commit to 10 year renewable vows; make the 15 Love Promises; and embrace your evolving self. Here is the ultimate relationship manifesto for the 21st century.
Endocrinology
Traditionally, endocrinology textbooks have been either short notes or multi-author, multi-volume monster, all of which present clinical material last and often only briefly. Endocrinology is different and used real cases to lead readers into the text and then describes the biochemistry, physiology, and anatomy they need to understand the case. The
The Many Faces of Men
Are you a Neanderthal (unreconstructed male)? Or perhaps you're married to a Manchild (think midlife crisis)? Is your brother a Cool Poser (he thinks he is)? Or do you work with a Corporate Man? We all know that men come in many shapes and sizes - but do you know how to recognise the difference between an Achilles and an Adonis? This highly entertaining guide shows you how to identify the man in your life - or recognise your own personality. Written in a tongue-in-cheek, accessible style, this book contains serious insights into the nature of men and masculinity by a respected expert on gender studies. Starting with a guide to modern men and their behaviours, it then goes on to reveal the 27 different faces of men in detail. For every woman who wants to find out more about the man in her life (or how to recognise the ones she needs to stay away from in future), or for every man who wants to find out why he behaves the way he does, this book is a must.
International Schooling - The Teacher's Guide
A teacher's guide to international schools
