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Explores the ways in which sexuality, subjectivity and sociality have been discursively produced in various historical and cultural contexts

The book begins by putting gay and lesbian sexuality and politics in historical context and demonstrates how and why queer theory emerged in the West in the late twentieth century. Sullivan goes on to provide a detailed overview of the complex ways in which queer theory has been employed, covering a diversity of key topics including: race, sadomasochism, straight sex, fetishism, community, popular culture, transgender, and performativity. Each chapter focuses on a distinct issue or topic, provides a critical analysis of the specific ways in which it has been responded to by critics (including Freud, Foucault, Derrida, Judith Butler, Jean-Luc Nancy, Adrienne Rich and Laura Mulvey), introduces key terms, and uses contemporary cinematic texts as examples.

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"Provides comprehensive coverage of the relevant issues within Queer Theory and incorporates provocative and highly contentious debates around sadomasochism, fetishism, and transgenderism." -- Linnell Secomb,University of Sydney

"This book is a succinct, pedagogically designed introduction. As classroom text, Sullivan's work is heady with vibrant debate and slim heuristics; her intellectual clarity is stunning." ― Choice

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This book begins by putting gay & lesbian sexuality and politics in historical context and demonstrates how and why queer theory emerged.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0814798411
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ NYU Press; unknown edition (October 1, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780814798416
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0814798416
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.5 x 9.25 inches
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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If you are trying to understand what the hell Queer Theory is, this is the perfect book to start with. Of course you will find out that there is no possible answer to that question, but after reading this book you will certainly have the necessary tools to begin with the studying of the subject. It doesn't matter if you are not well acquainted with Gay and Lesbian Studies or post-estructuralist philosophy, Nikki Sullivan takes you by the hand from the very beginning explaining where does Queer Theory come from, to the wide possibilities that it can acquire in the "future".
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JustACustomer
5.0 out of 5 stars Answered All My Questions and More
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2020
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I enjoyed the content, as it was new to me, and got a wide coverage of all the issues and ideas about the subject.
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Luciana Leitão da Silva
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2015
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Sullivan's book is a very good way of being introduced to Queer Theories.
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Cristina
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Item
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2011
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Perfect item in perfect conditions and arrived in time, as ever!
A good introduction that guide you in the difficult world of queer theory!
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Pablo Herrera
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for beginners
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2011
If you are trying to understand what the hell Queer Theory is, this is the perfect book to start with. Of course you will find out that there is no possible answer to that question, but after reading this book you will certainly have the necessary tools to begin with the studying of the subject. It doesn't matter if you are not well acquainted with Gay and Lesbian Studies or post-estructuralist philosophy, Nikki Sullivan takes you by the hand from the very beginning explaining where does Queer Theory come from, to the wide possibilities that it can acquire in the "future".
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Pablo Herrera
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for beginners
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2011
If you are trying to understand what the hell Queer Theory is, this is the perfect book to start with. Of course you will find out that there is no possible answer to that question, but after reading this book you will certainly have the necessary tools to begin with the studying of the subject. It doesn't matter if you are not well acquainted with Gay and Lesbian Studies or post-estructuralist philosophy, Nikki Sullivan takes you by the hand from the very beginning explaining where does Queer Theory come from, to the wide possibilities that it can acquire in the "future".
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Kelsey L
4.0 out of 5 stars Just what I needed for class
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2013
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There needs to be a bit more information about sexuality (rather recent discourse about asexuality, pansexuality, etc is missing), but for class it was enough.
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wugazi
5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant introduction!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 7, 2013
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I chose this book because I had encountered the notion of 'queer theory' in articles I'd been reading, etc. and wanted to know more, or even to pin down what exactly it is. From other sources, I have found texts surrounding 'queer theory' to be jargon-riddled and sometimes impenetrable, but this critical introduction offers a clear and interesting overview of various aspects of queer theory. With regards to the problem of pinning down what it is, as with any similar term there is no clear answer, but the book follows a history of 'non-normative identity' that seems to characterise 'queer theory'.

I think you can get a good idea of the content if you 'click to look inside' above, and go to the contents page, but I will give a brief overview of what I found interesting about this book.

First, it explores historical notions of non-normative (or queer) sexuality and the development of the political problems such categorisations faced (and continue to face). Should homosexuality be considered pathological? Should non-heterosexuals assimilate themselves into pre-existing heterosexual frameworks? What is the intersection between race and sexuality/racism and homophobia? Is transgenderism subversive or heteronormative? Are non-normative sexual practices perverse or liberating and what is the boundary? Can heterosexuality be 'queer'? Some of these questions may seem to have obvious answers but Sullivan roots them in their historical context and gives fair accounts of the different aspects of the various debates.

Second, Sullivan includes the ideas of various prominent thinkers into these debates where it is relevant, thinkers such as Judith Butler, Michel Foucault and Sigmund Freud. As such it acts as a great springboard to exploring other texts and thinkers, which are arguably themselves countable amongst the aforementioned 'impenetrable' thinkers.

Third, Sullivan's work is firmly grounded in contemporary issues and she makes reference to a number of films and documentaries, which not only added to my own bucket list but really makes the text relevant and prompts the reader to be more critical about contemporary popular culture. As such, queer theory proves to be an engaged and relevant discipline, not the kind of obscure academic theorising that it perhaps has a reputation for.
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Lorna Watts
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for getting a better understanding.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 18, 2015
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This is great for getting a better understanding of queer theory.
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Sylvia
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2015
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