Toward a New Psychology of Gender

Overview

Drawn from a brilliant array of voices primarily from psychology, but also from other social sciences and humanities, this unique reader of creative and intellectually provocative essays investigates the social construction of gender.

Historical Context

For the past several decades, those involved with the study of the psychology of women and gender have been struggling for recognition within the framework of psychology.

Content and Contributions

This volume brings together the writings from psychology, philosophy, psychoanalysis, history, women''s studies, education and sociology that critique mainstream thinking and exemplify new ways of creating inquiry.