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Book SynopsisWhat makes a man, within his own culture
Trade Review"A fine collection of original essays, each of which illustrates how dominant conceptualization of masculinity can inform and/or harm the everyday lives of particular populations. . . . Recommended."--
Choice"This accessible collection interrogates the cultural constructions of masculinity across a wide range of cultures. Focusing on cultures that are typically overlooked in discussions on masculinity, the contributors raise important issues and highlight the many tensions that create and construct masculinities worldwide."--Thomas K. Nakayama, coeditor of
The Handbook of Critical Intercultural Communication"This stimulating collection provides a succinct and consolidated examination of global cultures of masculinity and the basis for future comparative research and teaching in this area. A solid compliment to the existing and growing literature in the field of masculinity studies."--Corey D. B. Walker, author of
A Noble Fight: African American Freemasonry and the Struggle for Democracy in AmericaTable of ContentsForeword by Molefi Asante; Introduction by Ronald L. Jackson II and Murali Balaji 1. Negotiating Jamaican Masculinities / Maurice Hall; 2. Queer(y)ing Masculinity(ies) / Bryant Keith Alexander; 3. Disposable Masculinities in Istanbul / Nil Mutluer; 4. Wounded Masculinity and Nationhood in Peru / Margarita Saona; 5. Postcolonial Masculinity and Commodity Culture in Kenya / Mich Nyawalo; 6. War, Masculinity, and Native American Communities / Kathleen Glenister Roberts; 7. Representing Aboriginal Masculinity in Howard's Australia / Shino Konishi; 8. Beyond Jackie Chan / Murali Balaji; 9. Body Politics: Masculinities in Sport / Kath Woodward
