Lesbian and gay studies : an introductory, interdisciplinary approach / edited by Theo Sandfort ... [and others].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Sandfort, Theo, 1953-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Gay and lesbian studies.

Homosexuality.

Gay liberation movement.

Coming out (Sexual orientation).

Physical Description:

xi, 236 pages ; 24 cm

Place of Publication:

London ; Thousand Oaks, Calif. : SAGE, 2000.

Summary:

This timely book seeks to demonstrate the coherence of lesbian and gay studies. It introduces the reader to the principal inter-disciplinary approaches in the field and critically assesses their strengths and weaknesses whilst asking: What is lesbian and gay studies? When did it emerge? And what are its achievements and research agenda? The gay and lesbian movement has emerged as a major political and cultural force. It poses a series of far reaching questions about the organization of identity, the operation of power and the limits of tolerance. Lesbian and Gay Studies has emerged as a vital and enriching field. It offers challenges to more traditional disciplines and requires new forms of thought about the connections between academic work and personal politics.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0761954171

076195418X

OCLC:

43419549