James W. Messerschmidt is a distinguished scholar whose work delves into the intricate connections between gender, crime, and societal structures. His research critically examines how concepts of masculinity and heterosexuality intersect with youth violence, highlighting the ongoing struggles for recognition within these dynamics. Messerschmidt's writings offer a compelling sociological perspective, urging readers to reconsider conventional understandings of deviance and social inequality. His academic contributions provide a vital lens through which to analyze the complex interplay of gender roles and criminal behavior.
The concept of hegemonic masculinity, formulated by Raewyn Connell more than three decades ago, has been the driving force behind the expanding field of masculinities studies. This book provides the first comprehensive overview of the concept-from its original conception to how it has evolved over time.
This book proffers a new conceptual framework of sex, gender, and sexual identity, presenting data that documents these identities as typical and extensive rather than exceptional. A Kaleidoscope of Identities reveals the more elusive elements of sex, gender, and sexual life which are often difficult to capture in quantifiable variables.
In this book, James W. Messerschmidt explores how masculinity is created through life histories on very different subjects-genderqueers, boys who have been bullied at school, and presidents-that illustrate theory in action. Taken together, Masculinities in the Making is compelling insight into masculinity today.