In his book, Gender and the Construction of Hegemonic and Oppositional Femininities, Justin Charlebois provides a cogent summary and integration of some of the recent, central theories of hegemonic masculinity and femininity. Charlebois also offers interesting and compelling applications of the concepts to contemporary issues. This book would be perfect for students and scholars new to the subject and quite interesting to those already familiar with gender theory and research.
associate professor of Sociology and Gender and Sexuality Studies, Tulane University, Mimi Schippers, associate professor of Sociology and Gender and Sexuality Studies, Tulane University In this book, Justin Charlebois questions the widely held assumption that we live in a post-feminist era in which women are assured of the same opportunities as men. He convincingly demonstrates how socially constructed norms serve to maintain an unequal gender order and to disempower women - in education, the workplace and the media. Yet the author wisely argues that women are never entirely constrained by such hegemonic femininities and have devised creative strategies to equalise gender relations. This is a superbly written book which is 'a must' for all scholars of gender, identity and language.
Dr. Judith Baxter, Aston University Finally a book on femininities! Charlebois carefully chronicles and illuminates the variety of femininities constructed in numerous institutions, such as the school, the workplace, and the media. Written in an impressively clear and engaging style, this work offers a wealth of information and theoretical insight on this neglected topic. Essential reading for all gender-studies scholars....
James W. Messerschmidt, University of Southern Maine, Portland; author of Hegemonic Masculinities and Camouflaged Politics Finally a book on femininities! Charlebois carefully chronicles and illuminates the variety of femininities constructed in numerous institutions, such as the school, the workplace, and the media. Written in an impressively clear and engaging style, this work offers a wealth of information and theoretical insight on this neglected topic. Essential reading for all gender-studies scholars.
James W. Messerschmidt, University of Southern Maine, Portland; author of Hegemonic Masculinities and Camouflaged Politics