Gender in Political Theory

"This wide-ranging book provides a thorough overview of the key debates in gender and political theory. It links an account of the main issues within feminist political theory to studies of women's actual participation within politics." "Gender in Political Theory is a crucial introductory text for those wanting to gain an overview of the treatment of gender in the field of politics. It will be invaluable to academics and students of politics, as well as those in other related disciplines which have been influenced by gender theory who want to know how gender impacts on the study of politics."--Jacket.