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Introduces students to understanding women's experiences from a sociological perspective and overviews feminist scholarship in the social sciences. Reviews current research on the social construction of gender and gender stratification in contemporary social institutions, examining the construction of identity, the development of belief systems, and the distribution of power and economic resources. This fourth edition includes material designed to make feminism accessible to those who are initially put off by it. Key terms, discussion questions, a glossary, and annotated suggested readings are also new to this edition. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.