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In this "essentials" gender text, Laura Kramer presents an overview of basic sociological concepts and perspectives on gender in a concise, accessible format. With a focus on gender in the contemporary United States, Kramer draw on a rich historical background to explain the many complex shifts that have occurred within the gender system over time. She examines the macro-, middle-, and micro-level forces that propelled these changes. Furthermore, the text explores the interaction of social structure and culture to reveal how they have influenced men's and women's lives. Throughout, the text investigates the changing definition of gender through the lenses of class and race/ethnicity. Current research and in-depth historical coverage ensure that students understand the dynamic nature of gender systems and the vital importance of social action. The Sociology of Gender 's explicitly sociological approach provides an alternative to--and critique of--biological and psychological approaches to gender and sexual orientation. To encourage critical thinking, Kramer analyzes both how and why biological and psychological approaches have become so popular. A chapter on culture provides an in-d

Author

Laura Kramer, preface by Judith Lorber, foreword by Beth B. Hess

Publisher

Oxford University Press, USA

Published

2005

Language

EN

ISBN

9781931719131

Subjects

Gender Studies, Science, Sociology

Rating

3.67 / 5 (16 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14