Sex, Gender, and Sexuality: The New Basics

by Abby L. Ferber, Kimberly Holcomb, Tre Wentling

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 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.

Genres: School, Sexuality, Gender and Sexuality

560 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2008

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this collection of essays as part of Gender and Sexuality taught by on the editor-authors of the book, Kimberly Holcomb. Holcomb is nearly single-handedly responsible for my career in Women's and Ethnic Studies and I hold her in great esteem academically, professionally, and personally...this book is phenomenal as a companion to the discussion of sex, gender, and sexuality in our modern society as well as from a socio-cultural historical perspective...

[Angela Chaos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Will probably be reading this for a long time--haven't finished it by any means, but I am already in love with this book. The editors manage to introduce certain key concepts of gender and sexuality studies without essentializing identity (and more importantly, introducing both the concepts and the critiques). Highest recommendation!

[Tea · Rating 5 out of 5]

An interesting textbook (mandatory for class). I give it more of a 4.5/5 stars. Was really good to read and leaned quite a few more things than I had before. Even the small assignment that I had to do for this class, opened my eyes to a lot more in the world and in the media.
Definitely recommend-even in bits and pieces, but it can get a little hard to read on some of the chapters.

[Nadine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Had to read this for class in college... Its a bit confusing yet interesting..

[Franklin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wide variety of essays and perspectives on complex issues with gender and sexuality. Very informative.

I will definitely use the book for future reference when it comes to gender and sexuality.