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Social Science Gender Studies

Breaking Silences and Exploring Masculinities

a critical supplement to the novel Jackytar

by (author) Dougas Gosse

Publisher
Breakwater Books Ltd.
Initial publish date
Mar 2008
Category
Gender Studies, General
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550812466
    Publish Date
    Mar 2008
    List Price
    $14.95

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Description

This critical supplement to the novel Jackytar aims to promote discussion about changing understandings of masculinities, especially regarding identities, communities, familial relationships, the raising of boys, the multiple meanings of manhood, difference, men's careers, communication, and more. This collection of critical essays on Jackytar, an acclaimed educational novel by Dr. Douglas Gosse, offers a much needed academic resource by and for scholars in disciplines ranging from sociology, social work, psychology and education to language, linguistics and philosophy.

About the author

Douglas Gosse, PH.D., is the author of the novel Jacytar and a professor of social justice and cultural studies at Nipissing University. He lives in Brantford and Toronto, Ontario.

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