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This is one of the first books to introduce students to the key concepts and debates surrounding the relationship between bodily boundaries, abject materiality and spaces. The text includes original interview and focus group data informed by feminist theory on the body and uses case studies to illustrate the social construction of bodies. It will critically engage students in topical questions around sexuality, cultural differences and women''s sub-ordination to men.

Table of Contents

1 Bodily openings 2 ‘Corporeographies’ 3 Pregnant bodies in public places 4 Men’s bodies and bathrooms 5 Managing managerial bodies 6 Some thoughts on close(t) spaces

Bodies Exploring Fluid Boundaries Critical Geographies

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      Publisher Taylor & Francis
      Published 28 September 2000
      ISBN-13 9780415189668
      978-0415189668
      ISBN-10 0415189667
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      This is one of the first books to introduce students to the key concepts and debates surrounding the relationship between bodily boundaries, abject materiality and spaces. The text includes original interview and focus group data informed by feminist theory on the body and uses case studies to illustrate the social construction of bodies. It will critically engage students in topical questions around sexuality, cultural differences and women''s sub-ordination to men.

      Table of Contents

      1 Bodily openings 2 ‘Corporeographies’ 3 Pregnant bodies in public places 4 Men’s bodies and bathrooms 5 Managing managerial bodies 6 Some thoughts on close(t) spaces

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