The concept of intersectionality has
become a central topic in academic and activist circles alike. But
what exactly does it mean, and why has it emerged as such a vital
lens through which to explore how social inequalities of race, class,
gender, sexuality, age, ability, and ethnicity shape one another?
In
this fully revised and expanded second edition of their popular text,
Patricia Hill Collins and Sirma Bilge provide a much-needed
introduction to the field of intersectional knowledge and praxis.
Analyzing the emergence, growth, and contours of the concept of
intersectionality, the authors also consider its global reach through
an array of new topics such as the rise of far-right populism,
reproductive justice, climate change, and digital environments and
cultures. Accessibly written and drawing on a plethora of lively
examples to illustrate its arguments, the book highlights
intersectionality’s potential for understanding complex
architecture of social and economic inequalities and bringing about
social justice-oriented change.
Intersectionality
will be an invaluable resource for anyone grappling with the main
ideas, debates, and new directions in this field.
