Smart girls
success, school, and the myth of post-feminism
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Author
Contributions
- Raby, Rebecca, 1968- author - Contributor
- Harris, Anita, 1968- author of foreword - Contributor
Publication
2017 - , California
Language
English
Word Count
68,000 words, Guess
Page Count
272 pages
Identifiers
- ISBN-100520284143
- ISBN-100520284151
- ISBN-139780520284142
- ISBN-139780520284159
- AmazonB01M8QMM1S
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- Library of Congress Control Number2016030544
- OCLC Control Number953422066
- Better World Books9780520284159
- Better World Books9780520284142
- Open LibraryOL27227505M
Classifications
- DDC371.822
- LCCLC1481 .P66 2017
- LCCLC1481.P66 2017
Description
"Are girls taking over the world? It would appear so, based on magazine covers, news headlines, and popular books touting girls' academic success. Girls are said to outperform boys in high school exams, university entrance and graduation rates, and professional certification. As a result, many in Western society assume that girls no longer need support. But in spite of the messages of post-feminism and neoliberal individualism that tell girls they have it all, the reality is far more complicated. Smart Girls investigates how academically successful girls deal with stress, the "Supergirl" drive for perfection, race and class, and the sexism that is still present in schools. Shedding light on girls' varied everyday experiences, strategic negotiations of traditional gender norms, and savoring of success, this book shows how teachers, administrators, parents, and media commentators can help smart girls thrive while they keep their eyes on an A+ and a bright future."--Provided by publisher.
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