Queer Theory [Paperback]

Queer Theoryis 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 Theoryis 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.

IAIN MORLAND is Lecturer in Cultural Criticism at Cardiff University.

DR DINO WILLOX is Director, Student Enrichment and Success at the University of Queensland, responsible for empowering students to identify, engage with, and learn from experiences that enhance their studies and develop their employability.

List of Illustrations
General Editor's Preface
Acknowledgements
Introduction; I.Morland & D.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 Ml³)