Author : Cristiana Ottaviano
Publisher : Mimesis
ISBN 13 : 8869771644
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (697 download)
Book Synopsis Vulnerability as generativity by : Cristiana Ottaviano
Download or read book Vulnerability as generativity written by Cristiana Ottaviano and published by Mimesis. This book was released on 2018-04-10T00:00:00+02:00 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on parenthood and generativity, considered not only a set of biological functions, but as human and socio-cultural capabilities above and beyond gender differences. The authors reconsider in particular the institution of motherhood, emphasizing the historical and social function of women. Alongside a refl ection on the gender role of women as mothers and wives, this volume explores male identities and fatherhood. While claiming that parenthood and care are human characteristics – and not just gendered or female attributes – the authors suggest the adoption of a gylanic perspective on inter-gender relationships.