Academic issues of female gender

Author: Li Xiaojiang
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book is an introductory text on women/gender studies. The author argues for the fundamental definition of "sexed" individuals from a philosophical perspective, delves into contemporary social life through the historical formation of the "gender gap," and discusses the historical "absence" of women. It elaborates on the evolution and similarities/differences of women's studies and gender studies. The book provides a detailed analysis of the origins and development of women/gender studies in China, as well as the challenges in establishing the discipline.