Sex, Gender, and Sexuality: The New Basics: The New Basics: An Anthology - Softcover

"A quality read that is truly committed to exploring the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality."--Kathleen J. Fitzgerald, Loyola University, New Orleans

"This collection of diverse essays prompts students to approach sex, gender, and sexuality as social constructions; to think critically about the interrelations between sex, gender, and sexuality; and to consider how to advance further discussion of these topics in ways that make the lives of all individuals more understandable, secure, and authentic."--Kelly Dagan, Illinois College

"I like the approach very much. I especially applaud the editors for the inclusion of disability, transnational, and size-focused essays across the sections."--Julianne Guillard, University of Richmond

Pushing the boundaries of traditional sex, gender, and sexuality theories, this edited volume brings together classic and cutting-edge works that will engage and challenge students. Now in its third edition, Sex, Gender, and Sexuality: The New Basics features many vibrant voices in the ongoing dialogue between gender and sexuality studies, constructing a compelling new model for making sense of gender and sexuality. It integrates a variety of selections, including first-person accounts and narratives, poems, theoretical analyses, and critiques of existing research. In addition, the editors have created a unique glossary that provides current definitions of both basic and leading-edge terms.