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185 p. : ill. Men and Masculinity: The Basics is an accessible introduction to the academic study of masculinity which outlines the key ideas and most pressing issues concerning the field today. Providing readers with a framework for understanding these issues, it explores the ways that masculinity has been understood in the Social Sciences and Humanities to date. Addressing theories which view masculinity as being in a permanent state of flux and crisis, it explores such problem areas as: the male body; men and work; men and fatherhood; male sexuality; male violence. With a glossary of key terms, case studies reflecting the most important studies in the field of masculinity research and suggestions for further study, Men and Masculinity: The Basics is an essential read for anyone approaching the study of masculinity for the first time. Man-watching -- Coming to terms with men & masculinity -- The male body -- Men and work -- Men and fatherhood -- Male sexuality -- Male violence. Nigel Edley. Includes bibliographical references and index. Men Masculinity HQ1090 .E297 2017 9781138790377 1138790370 210428 ocn975372915