(P/B) POSTFEMINISM

Παρουσίαση

The first introductory text on postfeminism, this book provides an indispensable guide that both surveys and critically positions the main issues, theories and contemporary debates surrounding the term.
Adopts an inclusive and interdisciplinary approach, situating postfeminism in relation to earlier feminisms and addressing its manifestations in popular culture, academia and politics
An original critical approach to the topic that advances a context-specific understanding of postfeminism and draws links between feminist theory, academia, popular culture and politics.
Discusses the Feminist Backlash, Girl Power and Chick-lit, Postmodern Feminism, Queer Feminism, Third Wave Feminism and Enterprise Culture.
Includes topical case studies on the Spice Girls, Lara Croft, David Beckham, Fight Club, Will and Grace, The L Word, Boys Don't Cry, Paris Hilton, Sex and the City, Bridget Jones's Diary, Ally McBeal, and Desperate Housewives. (from the publisher)

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Contents
Acknowledgements
Introduction: Postfeminist Contexts
Texts and Theories
Postfeminist Texts and Theories:
1. Backlash
2. New Traditionalism
3. New Feminism: Victim vs. Power
4. Girl Power and Chick-lit
5. Do-Me Feminism and Raunch Culture
6. Postmodern Feminism
7. Postcolonial Feminism
8. Queer Feminism
9. Men and Postfeminism
10. Cyberfeminism
11. Third Wave Feminism
12. Micro-politics and Enterprise Culture
Conclusion: Postfeminist Possibilities
Bibliography
Index