Queer Studies – A Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Anthology Beemyn

Queer StudiesA Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Anthology\nAuthor(s): Brett Beemyn, Michele Eliason\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: New York University Press, United States\nImprint: New York University Press\nISBN-13: 9780814712580, 978-0814712580\nSynopsis\nA unique introduction to sexual and gender identity and queer studies\n Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered people are becoming more and more visible in all aspects of American culture, from party politics to MTV videos.\nDespite the recent queer publishing explosion, few texts cover a broad range of topics around sexual and gender identities. Most existing works are high-level theory books, texts focused upon specific disciplines or topics, or practical guides aimed primarily at a heterosexual audience or people just beginning to come out. There has been to date no general, accessible, and inclusive work suitable for use as an introduction to Queer Studies.\nIn this collection, contributors assess the conflict betwe.