Includes bibliographical references (pages 126-135) and index.
Contents:
A genderless future? -- Of spirals and layers -- Of molecules and sex -- Of hormones and brains -- Am I a boy or a girl?-The emergence of gender identity -- Thinking about homosexuality -- Thinking about groups; thinking about individuals -- Pink and blue forever -- The developmental dynamics of pink and blue -- Epilogue: the future of gender (and sex)
Summary:
"'Sex/Gender' presents a relatively new way to think about how biological difference can be produced over time in response to different environmental and social experiences. This book gives a clearly written explanation of the biological and cultural underpinnings of gender. Anne Fausto-Sterling provides an introduction to the biochemistry, neurobiology, and social construction of gender with expertise and humor in a style accessible to a wide variety of readers. In addition to the basics, 'Sex/Gender' ponders the moral, ethical, social and political side to this inescapable subject."-- Provided by publisher.
Series:
The Routledge Series integrating science and culture.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.