Feminism is queer : the intimate connection between queer and feminist theory / Mimi Marinucci.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Marinucci, Mimi.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Feminist theory.

Queer theory.

Third-wave feminism.

Feminism--Thailand.

Feminism.

Thailand.

Physical Description:

xxiii, 200 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

London : Zed Books, 2016.

Summary:

In Feminism is Queer, Mimi Marinucci provides a valuable introduction to the intimately related disciplines of gender and queer theory, and develops the innovative concept of queer feminism, which treats queer theory as being continuous with feminist theory. While there were significant conceptual tensions between second-wave feminism and traditional lesbian and gay studies, queer feminism offers a paradigm for understanding gender, sex and sexuality that overcomes this conflict in order to foster solidarity between those campaigning for women's rights and those for LGBTQ rights. This updated and expanded edition engages with the latest developments in feminism and queer theory, including the new forms of both feminism and "antifeminism" which have developed within online communities, the growing prominence of trans experiences in popular media, and the relevancy of queer feminism to a new generation of feminist activists. Feminism is Queer remains the indispensable guide for anyone with an interest in gender, sexuality, and the connections between feminism and queer issues. Book jacket.

Contents:

Section I Sexuality

1 The social construction of sexuality 3

2 The social history of lesbian and gay identity 20

3 Queer alternatives 37

Section II Sex

4 Unwelcome interventions 55

5 Welcome transitions 71

Section III Gender

6 Gender refined and redefined 89

7 Feminism re-examined and reconsidered 111

Section IV Queer feminism

8 Notes toward a queer feminism 139

9 Questionably queer? From straight allies to queer solidarity 153.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1783606762

9781783606764

1783606754

9781783606757

OCLC:

951212862