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The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.
Book Summary
A concise yet comprehensive textbook on women's and gender history in early modern Europe (c. 1500–1800). Wiesner synthesizes social, cultural, and legal perspectives, covering work, family, religion, politics, and sexuality. This used copy may show wear but remains fully readable, making it a cost-effective choice for students and scholars seeking a foundational overview of the field.
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About Women and Gender in Early Modern...
Merry E. Wiesner's 'Women and Gender in Early Modern Europe' is a standard textbook that surveys the lives of women and the construction of gender from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment. It examines topics such as marriage and family, work and economy, religion and Reformation, political power, sexuality, and the body. Wiesner integrates gender analysis with social history, drawing on legal records, literature, and visual sources. This used copy may be beaten up with markings, highlighting, stains, or bent corners, but the text remains legible. It is suitable for undergraduate courses and for readers seeking a reliable, scholarly introduction to the field.
Who should read Women and Gender in Early Modern...?
Undergraduate and graduate students in history, gender studies, and European studies will find this a core text. Instructors seeking a balanced synthesis for course adoption will benefit. General readers interested in early modern Europe or the history of women will appreciate the accessible overview. Scholars new to gender history can use it as a foundation. Those on a budget will value this affordable used copy despite cosmetic wear.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Comprehensive coverage of key themes in early modern women's and gender history
- ✓ Written by a leading scholar in the field, ensuring academic reliability
- ✓ Suitable for classroom use with clear structure and synthesis of scholarship
- ✓ Includes discussion of both elite and ordinary women's experiences
- ✓ Used copy offers significant cost savings for students
Cons
- ✗ Used copy may have markings, highlighting, stains, or bent corners
- ✗ Some readers may prefer a newer edition with updated research
- ✗ Dense academic prose may be challenging for casual readers
- ✗ Limited coverage of some regions outside Western Europe
- ✗ Physical wear may reduce durability for long-term reference
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Frequently asked questions
Is this book suitable for a college course?
Yes, it is widely used as a textbook in undergraduate and graduate courses on early modern European history and gender studies.
What condition is this used copy in?
The description notes it may be beaten up but readable, with possible markings, highlighting, stains, or bent corners. The text is not obscured.
Does the book cover both women's history and gender theory?
Yes, Wiesner integrates women's experiences with analysis of gender as a social and cultural construct.
Is this the most recent edition?
This ISBN corresponds to an earlier edition. A newer edition exists, but this version remains a solid scholarly overview.
What time period does the book cover?
It focuses on early modern Europe, roughly from 1500 to 1800, including the Renaissance, Reformation, and Enlightenment.
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