Gender and Generation in China Today

The book explores how gender and generational relations have been influenced by the changes in Chinese society since the Reform era in 1978, focusing on feminist politics, the labor market, and young people's relationships with their parents. It also includes a review of a recent book on transforming Chinese patriarchy and an essay on the implications of China's increasing presence and influence globally and in the Nordic region.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 108 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Since the beginning of the Reform era in 1978, significant changes have occurred in Chinese society, profoundly influencing gender and generational relations. This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay between these factors, offering a concise introduction to China's recent development and the relationship between Chinese and Nordic gender research.

Three insightful articles within the book explore the profound generational shifts that have taken place in feminist politics, the labor market, and the dynamics between young people and their parents during the Reform era. These articles shed light on the consequences of these changes for gender relations and offer valuable insights into the evolving landscape of gender dynamics in China.

In addition to these core chapters, the book includes a review of a recent volume that examines the transformation of Chinese patriarchy. This review provides a critical analysis of the book's arguments and highlights its contributions to our understanding of gender dynamics in China. Furthermore, an essay reflects on the implications of China's increasing presence and influence globally, as well as in the Nordic region, for Nordic/Western gender studies.

This book is a valuable resource for academics, researchers, and advanced students of Literature, History, Sociology, Politics, and Gender. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of NORA—Nordic Journal of Feminist and Gender Research, further testament to its academic significance and relevance.

In conclusion, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the complex interplay between gender, generational relations, and societal changes in China since the Reform era. It offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of gender dynamics and has the potential to shape our understanding of gender relations in other parts of the world.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367695514