Queer Theory is one of the most contested and intellectually complex movements in contemporary sexual politics. Where did it come from, and what does it do? Is queer theory only for queers? If you have ever wanted to be a leather daddy, been puzzled by performativity, tried to measure bisexuality, or wondered whether Diana, Princess of Wales could be a gay icon, Queer Theory is required reading.This vibrant anthology of groundbreaking work by influential scholars, activists, performers, and visual artists is essential for anyone with an interest in sexuality studies or gender activism. The 15 articles - including two specially commissioned contributions, as well as an engaging introduction - map, contextualise, and challenge queer theory's project both within and beyond the academy. Helpful critical summaries that link the selections, and suggestions for further reading, make this volume perfect for anyone approaching queer theory for the first time.
List of Illustrations.- General Editor's Preface.- Acknowledgements.- Introduction; I.Morland & A.Willox.- From Here to Queer: Radical Feminism, Postmodernism, and the Lesbian Menace; S.D.Walters.- Gay Men, Lesbians, and Sex: Doing it Together; P.Califia.- 1,112 and Counting; L.Kramer.- The Leather Daddy and the Femme; C.Queen.- The Return to Biology; M.Garber.- Intersex Activism, Feminism and Psychology; C.Chase & P.Hegarty.- Axiomatic; E.Kosofsky Sedgwick.- A Brief, Slanted History of 'Homosexual' Activity; D.E.Hall.- Gender Fucking or Fucking Gender; S.Whittle.- GenderFusion; D.L.Volcano & I.Windh.- Contagious Word: Paranoia and 'Homosexuality' in the Military; J.Butler.- I'd Rather Be the Princess than the Queen!: Mourning Diana as Gay Icon; W.J.Spurlin.- Identity Judgements, Queer Politics; M.N.Lance & A.Tanesini.- Afterword; M.Merck.- Summaries.- Suggestions for Further Reading.- Notes on Contributors.- Index.
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