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Description: Masculinities in Theory by Todd W. Reeser Masculinities in Theory is a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the field of masculinity studies from a humanities perspective. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Masculinities in Theory is a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the field of masculinity studies from a humanities perspective. Serves as a much-needed introduction to the field for students and scholars of cultural studies, literature, art, film, communication, history, and gender studiesIncludes discussions of gay/queer, feminist, and gender studies in relation to masculinityCovers the key theoretical approaches to the study of masculinity, and introduces new modelsExplores the question "What is masculinity and how does it work?"Looks at language, discourse, signification, power, cross-dressing, female, queer and transsexual masculinity, race and masculinity, nation and masculinity, interracial masculinities, and masculinities in history Back Cover "For students and scholars alike, Masculinities in Theory offers the most comprehensive overview of masculinity studies available, with highly engaging discussions of the stakes, theoretical approaches, and future directions of this field." Lewis Seifert, Brown University "The first overview of its kind, Masculinities in Theory is an invaluable resource for students of all levels, as well as for scholars exploring the fields of gender and masculinity studies for the first time. Reesers nuanced discussion introduces key theoretical concepts and approaches while also cogently exploring their limitations, evolution, and disciplinary history." Jeffrey N. Peters, University of Kentucky "Skillfully describing masculinity as an inherently multiple and unstable concept, ideology, and practice, Masculinities in Theory is an indispensable guide to understanding male (en)gendering in diverse works, contexts, and cultures." David LaGuardia, Dartmouth College Masculinities in Theory is a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the field of masculinity studies from a humanities perspective. This interdisciplinary text includes discussions of feminist, queer, transgender, post-colonial, and ethnic studies in relation to masculinity to explore the question "What is masculinity and how does it work?" Examining the ways in which the work of theorists like Butler and Foucault can be used to interpret and analyze masculinity, Todd Reeser introduces issues from cross-dressing to nation, covering the key theoretical approaches to the study of masculinity, and introducing new models. This is a much-needed introduction for students and scholars of cultural studies, literature, art, film, communication, history, and gender studies. Flap "For students and scholars alike, Masculinities in Theory offers the most comprehensive overview of masculinity studies available, with highly engaging discussions of the stakes, theoretical approaches, and future directions of this field." Lewis Seifert, Brown University "The first overview of its kind, Masculinities in Theory is an invaluable resource for students of all levels, as well as for scholars exploring the fields of gender and masculinity studies for the first time. Reesers nuanced discussion introduces key theoretical concepts and approaches while also cogently exploring their limitations, evolution, and disciplinary history." Jeffrey N. Peters, University of Kentucky "Skillfully describing masculinity as an inherently multiple and unstable concept, ideology, and practice, Masculinities in Theory is an indispensable guide to understanding male (en)gendering in diverse works, contexts, and cultures." David LaGuardia, Dartmouth College Masculinities in Theory is a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the field of masculinity studies from a humanities perspective. This interdisciplinary text includes discussions of feminist, queer, transgender, post-colonial, and ethnic studies in relation to masculinity to explore the question "What is masculinity and how does it work?" Examining the ways in which the work of theorists like Butler and Foucault can be used to interpret and analyze masculinity, Todd Reeser introduces issues from cross-dressing to nation, covering the key theoretical approaches to the study of masculinity, and introducing new models. This is a much-needed introduction for students and scholars of cultural studies, literature, art, film, communication, history, and gender studies. Author Biography TODD W. REESER is Associate Professor of French at the University of Pittsburgh and also teaches gender studies. He has published on gender and sexuality in Renaissance literature, critical theory, and French film. He is the author of Moderating Masculinity in Early Modern Culture (2006) and co-editor of Entre hommes: French and Francophone Masculinities in Culture and Theory (2008). Table of Contents Acknowledgments. Introduction: The Study of Masculinity. 1. Theorizing Masculinity. 2. Social Masculinity and Triangulation. 3. Sexing Masculinity. 4. Theorizing the Male Body. 5. Masculinity in Disguise. 6. Non-Male Masculinities. 7. Masculinity and Racialized Subjectivities. 8. Masculinity and the Nation. 9. Interracial Masculinities. 10. Unstable Time: Masculinity in History. Index. Review "Moreover, the books clear, jargon-free language and logical train of thought make Masculinities in Theory a proper springboard for discussions in academic studies of masculinity." (Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies (HJEAS), 2012) Long Description Masculinities in Theory aims to provide a response to the important and complicated question: What is masculinity and how does it work? The volume is intended to serve as a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the field of masculinity studies from a humanities perspective. This user-friendly text, designed with the beginning student in mind, will include discussions of the following issues central to any discussion of masculinity: the place of gay/queer, feminist, and gender studies in relation to masculinity; gender performativity, habitus, and abjection; how the work of theorists like Butler, Bourdieu can be placed in direct dialogue with masculinity; selected categories of analysis commonly used in the study of masculinities, including castration anxiety, the male body, and cross-dressing; key concepts relating to racialized masculinities, colonizer/colonized relations, interracial homosociality, and racial castration. A series of bibliographical essays at the conclusion of Masculinities in Theory will help guide readers interested in expanding their understanding of the concepts presented to primary and secondary texts on or around masculinity. Review Text "Moreover, the books clear, jargon-free language and logical train of thought make Masculinities in Theory a proper springboard for discussions in academic studies of masculinity." (Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies (HJEAS), 2012) ?For students and scholars alike, Masculinities in Theory offers the most comprehensive overview of masculinity studies available, with highly engaging discussions of the stakes, theoretical approaches, and future directions of this field. ?Lewis Seifert, Brown University ?The first overview of its kind, Masculinities in Theory is an invaluable resource for students of all levels, as well as for scholars exploring the fields of gender and masculinity studies for the first time. Reeser?s nuanced discussion introduces key theoretical concepts and approaches while also cogently exploring their limitations, evolution, and disciplinary history.? ?Jeffrey N. Peters, University of Kentucky ?Skillfully describing masculinity as an inherently multiple and unstable concept, ideology, and practice, Masculinities in Theory is an indispensable guide to understanding male (en)gendering in diverse works, contexts, and cultures.? ?David LaGuardia, Dartmouth College Review Quote "Moreover, the books clear, jargon-free language and logical train of thought make Masculinities in Theory a proper springboard for discussions in academic studies of masculinity." (Hungarian Journal of English and American Studies (HJEAS), 2012) Details ISBN1405168609 ISBN-10 1405168609 ISBN-13 9781405168601 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Year 2010 Format Paperback Imprint Wiley-Blackwell DEWEY 305.31 Subtitle An Introduction Media Book Short Title MASCULINITIES IN THEORY Language English Edition 1st UK Release Date 2010-01-12 Publication Date 2010-01-12 AU Release Date 2010-01-12 NZ Release Date 2010-01-12 US Release Date 2010-01-12 Author Todd W. Reeser Place of Publication Hoboken Alternative 9781405168595 Audience Undergraduate Country of Publication United Kingdom Pages 256 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:27564929;

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