• ISBN13: 9780230019270
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: Sociology and Anthropology
• Publisher: Macmillan
• Publisher Imprint: Palgr Mac
• Publication Date: January 1, 2006
• Pages: 372
• Original Price: GBP 25.99
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 418 grams
• BISAC Subject(s): Men's Studies, Gender Studies, and Cultural & Ethnic Studies / General

In this revised classic text, Segal's overview of theories of masculinity considers continuities and change in hegemonic notions of masculinity and focuses on competing male identities, exemplified in black, ethnic, gay and anti-sexist groups. The contrast in power and privilege across these groups has led many to speak of 'masculinity in crisis'.

LYNNE SEGAL is Anniversary Professor of Psychology and Gender Studies at Birkbeck College, University of London, UK. Her books include Is the Future Female? Troubled Thoughts on Contemporary Feminism, Straight Sex: The Politics of Pleasure, and Why Feminism? Gender, Psychology, Politics. She is currently writing Making Trouble: Ways of Belonging.