female and gender

Author: Zhu Yian
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Publication Date: 2003-01-01
Features: A New Century Gender Education Reader. The development of women's studies actually encompasses three levels: women's movements, feminist (or termed "women's liberation") theory, and the philosophical foundations and sociopolitical historical contexts upon which it relies. Feminist theory holds significant practical relevance and applicability. Western feminist theoretical research is not purely theoretical; it emphasizes social practice and practicality, which are the lifeblood of this theory. Therefore, this book aims to introduce the method of analyzing problems using the concept of "gender" through the analysis of case studies, enabling readers to understand the role these theories and perspectives have played in the struggle for gender equality over different historical periods, rather than focusing on academic analysis and discussion of women's studies theory.