Queer Theories (Transitions)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.25 (616 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0333775406 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 214 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-06 |
| Language | : | English |
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This book will appeal greatly to professors teaching queer theory to undergraduates and it should also find an enthusiastic body ofreaders outside of academia." -- Judith Halberstam, University of California, San Diego. Mager, Choice"Queer Theories is an exceptionally readable and usable survey of the major developments in queer theory over the last two decades. "a succinct, pedagogically designed, introductionthis book should generate lively class discussions and projects"--D.N. Hall is witty and engaging as he takes us on a whirlwind tour of the major
Queer Theories explores and aggressively expands the provocative new field of sexual identity studies. Hall also offers concrete applications of the abstract theories that he explores with imaginative new readings of works such as "The Yellow Wallpaper," Dr. It covers the history of the terms "gay" and "lesbian" as identity categories, the reclamation of the word "queer" as a term of radical self-identification, and the recent challenges to sexual identity studies posed by transgender and bisexual theories. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Orlando, and The Color Purple.. Donald E
Paige Ferro said This book is a must-have on your shelves.. This book is essential for anyone interested in Queer literature or any kind of LGTBQ issues. The layout is straightforward and the reading builds on itself, propelling you forward. Loved the history, loved the essays. This book will remain on my shelf forever.. "Great book." according to Frances E Chatel. Easy to understand book that explains QT well. Hall cites lots of other queer theorists, so if you need to learn a lot about this topic, this book is a good place to start.. "Four Stars" according to Rebecca Ramirez. Thank you