Lesbian and gay studies : a critical introduction

The 25 chapters in this book are organized according to the key debates in the field of lesbian and gay studies, and are envisaged both as introductory overviews and critical reflections of these issues. The essays within this volume are designed to raise debate concerning how lesbian and gay studies has contributed to and changed the identity of traditional disciplines, and shaped new areas of study such as the body, performativity and sexual politics.