Gender in World History

Covering societies from classical times to the twenty-first century, Gender in World History is a fascinating exploration of what happens to established ideas about men, women, and gender roles when different cultural systems come into contact. The book breaks new ground to facilitate a consistent approach to gender in a world history context._x005F_x000D_ Now in its third edition, the book has been thoroughly updated, including:_x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ expanded treatment of Africa under Islamic influence _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ expanded discussion of southeast Asia _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ a new chapter on contemporary Latin America _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ representations of individual women _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ engagement with recent work on gender history and theory._x005F_x000D_ _x005F_x000D_ With truly global coverage, this book enables students to understand how gender roles have varied across the world and over time, and the vital role of gender in structuring social and political relationships. Providing a succinct, current overview of the history of gender throughout the world, Gender in World History remains essential reading for students of world history.