Studying Men and Masculinities
David BuchbinderThis introductory text charts some of the debates and explains key concepts in the field of studies on men and masculinities. The author examines the notion of patriarchy and the challenges to patriarchal power, including queer theory. He applies theory to real life case studies from literature, film and television.
Abstract: Preface -- Acknowledgments -- The end of masculinity? -- Thinking (through) gender -- Doing/undoing gender -- Regarding patriarchy -- Troubling patriarchy -- (Em)bodying masculinity -- Post-apocalyptic masculinities -- Endnotes -- References.
This introductory text charts some of the debates and explains key concepts in the field of studies on men and masculinities. The author examines the notion of patriarchy and the challenges to patriarchal power, including queer theory. He applies theory to real life case studies from literature, film and television