Routledge Masculinities and Femininities in Latin America

Explore a new approach to historical and geographical change with this scholarly work from Routledge. This book examines how gender arrangements and dynamics influence the evolution of institutions and environments. By utilizing a multi-scale framework and mixed methods, the text connects diverse phenomena to explain regional trends across Latin America. Readers will find quantitative data addressing the massive incorporation of women into paid work and the shifting demographics of the region, including the masculinization of the countryside and the feminization of cities. The research also highlights rapidly increasing gaps that favor women over men in areas such as education and life expectancy. This volume serves as a significant resource for those studying the intersection of gender, development, and social change in Latin American contexts.