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Wood (humanities, University of North Carolina) looks at theories and the latest research in gender communication in this supplementary text for undergraduates. In this sixth edition, she incorporates a new discussion of alternate sexualities and biological theory, new information on multiracial feminism, and new coverage of the culture of romance on college campuses. There is a new chapter devoted to men's movements, and updated material on the third wave of feminism. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Written by the leading gender communication scholar, Julia Wood’s text introduces students to theories, research, and pragmatic information that demonstrate the multiple and often interactive ways in which our views of masculinity and femininity are shaped within contemporary culture. With the most up-to-date research, balanced perspectives of masculinity and femininity, a personal introduction to the field, and a conversational first-person writing style, GENDERED LIVES provides students with an engaging text that encourages them to think critically about gender and our society.
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