Gender, Violence and The Social Order
Publication details: Macmillan 2000ISBN:- 033391886X
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Book | MHERC Abuse and Violence | Available | This introduction to contemporary social theory examines the way in which the widespread existence of violence against women is explored. A range of theories from liberalism to evolutionary psychology is considered, culminating in the development of a distinctive feminist realist position. The theories discussed are tested against a large scale survey, the findings of which challenge conventional wisdoms as to the patterning of violence in contemporary society. | A40238650 |
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An exciting and innovative book which provides a thorough introduction to contemporary social theory by examining the way in which the widespread existence of violence against women is explained.