Resisting Gendered Norms
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Resisting Gendered Norms
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Departing from James Scott's idea that oppression and resistance are in constant change, Resisting Gendered Norms provides us with a compelling account on the nexus between gender, resistance and gender-based violence in Cambodia. To illustrate how resistance is often carried out in the tension between, on the one hand.
Political scientists have, on occasion, missed subtle but powerful forms of 'everyday resistance' and have not been able to show how different representations (pictures, statements, images, practices) have different impacts when negotiating power. Instead, they have concentrated on open forms of resistance, organised rebellions, and collective actions.
Departing from James Scott's idea that oppression and resistance are in constant change, Resisting Gendered Norms provides us with a compelling account on the nexus between gender, resistance, and gender-based violence in Cambodia. To illustrate how resistance is often carried out in the tension between, on the one hand, universal/globalised representations and, on the other, local 'truths' and identity constructions, in-depth interviews with civil society representatives, politicians, as well as stakeholders within the legal/juridical system were conducted.
Series: Gender in a Global/Local World
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Praised for its nuanced inquiry, the book is described as a 'subtle and searching examination' that provokes reflection on themes including culture, identity, and memory within the context of social change. Scholars highlight its powerful case studies on gendered power and resistance, especially its analysis of post-Khmer Rouge Cambodia and issues such as forced marriages. The work is noted for illuminating how struggles over narratives constitute sites of biopolitical power and resistance.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781409434313
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 November 2013
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Routledge
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 453g
Pages: 170
About the Author
Mona Lilja is Associate Professor in Peace and Development Studies and Senior Lecturer in Gender Studies at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.
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