Feminist Research Practice: A Primer

by Sharlene Hesse Biber (editor)

The fully revised and updated Second Edition of Feminist Research A Primer , edited by Sharlene Nagy Hesse-Biber, draws on the expertise of a stellar group of interdisciplinary scholars who cover cutting-edge research methods and explore research questions related to the complex and diverse issues that deeply impact women’s lives. This text offers a unique hands-on approach to research by featuring engaging and relevant exercises as well as behind-the-scenes glimpses of feminist researchers at work. The in-depth examples cover the range of research questions that feminists engage with, including issues of gender inequality, violence against women, body image issues, and the discrimination of other marginalized groups. Written in a clear, concise manner that invites students to explore and practice a wide range of research, the Second Edition offers seven new chapters that reflect the latest scholarship in the field, a stronger focus on ethics, new examples that bring concepts to life, effective learning tools, and more.

Genres: Feminism, Nonfiction, Theory, Academic

456 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2013

Reviews

[Sena]

had to read this for school and I don't think I'm gonna rate it but if I had to read this whole book you're damn right I'm gonna count it towards my goodreads goal

[Morgan · Rating 2 out of 5]

A decent primer for doing feminist research. Some chapters are dated (chapter 9 focuses on MySpace, which in 2013, when this was published, wasn't really a thing anymore); some are inconsistent w/ pronouns, and some chapters discuss research I'm unlikely do perform in my field. But, the chapters (each written by different scholars) are clear to read and generally do a good job of defining terms.

[Weekend Reader_ · Rating 4 out of 5]

It really good intro to research text and a good resource compliment to challenge standard procedures.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful for my dissertation.

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're looking for a sociological or feminist approach to research methodologies this is your book

[Shruti Buddhavarapu · Rating 2 out of 5]

Boo.

[Roof Beam Reader (Adam) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent and accessible resource for those new to research methods and/or feminist research, or for those whom are trying to conduct specifically feminist research.