NEW FROM MIMESIS INTERNATIONAL
Vulnerability as Generativity. Undoing Parenthood in a Gylanic
Perspective
This book focuses on parenthood and generativity, considered not only a
set of biological functions, but as human and socio-cultural
capabilities above and beyond gender differences. The authors reconsider
in particular the institution of motherhood, emphasizing the historical
and social function of women. Alongside a reflection on the gender role
of women as mothers and wives, this volume explores male identities and
fatherhood. While claiming that parenthood and care are human
characteristics – and not just gendered or female attributes – the
authors suggest the adoption of a gylanic perspective on inter-gender
relationships.
Edited by:
Cristiana Ottaviano is an Associate Professor at the University of
Bergamo. She teaches Sociology of Cultural Processes. Her academic
interests are gender-sensitive sociocultural and educational processes,
with specifi c focus on inter-gender and intergenerational
relationships.
Alessia Santambrogio is a Trainer and Assistant Professor for the
professorship of Sociology of Cultural Processes at the University of
Bergamo. She pursues a personal study on queer studies and gender
topics, with a particular interest on socio-cultural construction of
bodies, sexes, and sexualities.
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Paperback, 122 pages
ISBN: 978-88-6977-121-7
Date: 2018
Price: $ 14.00 / £ 10.00 / € 12,00
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