Masculinities

This is an exciting new edition of R. W. Connell's
ground-breaking text, which has become a classic work on the nature
and construction of masculine identity. Connell argues that there
is not one masculinity, but many different masculinities, each
associated with different positions of power. In a world gender
order that continues to privilege men over women, but also raises
difficult issues for men and boys, Connell's account is more
pertinent than ever before.

In a substantial new introduction and conclusion, Connell discusses
the development of masculinity studies in the ten years since the
book's initial publication. The book explores global gender
relations, new theories, and practical uses of masculinity
research. Looking to the future, a new concluding chapter addresses
the politics of masculinities, and the implications of masculinity
research for understanding current world issues. Against the
backdrop of an increasingly divided world, dominated by
neo-conservative politics, Connell's account highlights a
series of compelling questions about the future of human society.

This second edition of Connell's classic book will be
essential reading for students taking courses on masculinities and
gender studies, and will be of interest to students and scholars
across the humanities and social sciences.