Feminism is Queer: The intimate connection between queer and feminist theoryFeminism is Queer is an introduction to the intimately related disciplines of gender and queer theory. Whilst guiding the reader through complex theory, the author develops the original position of queer feminism, which presents queer theory as continuous with feminist theory. Whilst there have been significant conceptual tensions between second wave feminism and traditional lesbian and gay studies, queer theory offers a paradigm for understanding gender, sex and sexuality that avoids the conflict in order to develop solidarity among those interested in feminist theory and those interested in lesbian and gay rights. |
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... regarded as the primary , or original , form of sexuality and homosexuality is regarded as secondary , a mere variation on that first theme . For this reason , it has been suggested that , at least conceptually , homosexuality precedes ...
... regarded as feminine and masculine , while sex usually refers to constellations of characteristics commonly regarded as female and male . While gender is generally believed to be socially acquired , sex is generally believed to be ...
... regarded as a core concept within women's studies and related fields , invites at least two such questions . The first question asks whether women and men are biological or social phenomena , and the second asks whether women and men ...
Contents
The Social Construction of Sexuality | 3 |
The Social History of Lesbian and Gay Identity | 16 |
Queer Alternatives | 28 |
Copyright | |
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Feminism is Queer: The intimate connection between queer and feminist theory Mimi Marinucci No preview available - 2010 |