Gender and Power

Gender and Power, by R.W.

Connell, examines the social construction of gender and its role in power relations.

Connell introduces the concept of hegemonic masculinity, which refers to the dominant form of masculinity that legitimizes men's power over women.

The book explores how gender intersects with other forms of social inequality, such as class and race.

It analyzes how gender relations are maintained through institutional practices and cultural norms.

Connell's work provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of gender and power in contemporary society.