Queer Theory: An Introduction

The Kindle version of this book is completely unreadable. Every page is sideways, and only about half of each page is uploaded. Amazon, take a look at these files before charging people for them.

This text will give you a lot to think about. There are a lot of things that Jagose covers in the comparatively short page number she takes. Thankfully, this text is a very clear introduction to queer theory, allowing those of us unfamiliar with the theory, the history, or even the lifestyles discussed a great beginning into a currently vast field. For the most part, Jagose describes queer theory in a chronological way, discussing the various movements that have led to what queer theory has become. One very important note is to know that this text is one of the most referred to text in queer theory, if you don't know what's in here, taking on something as excellent, yet heady as "The Routledge Queer Studies Reader" will leave you a bit lost. I will say that, if nothing else, this is a great way to start your studies of gender theory and the like.

Jagose knows the term "queer" didn't come out of anywhere. She does a good job relating the term to different times in culture. She also does a good job in relating the terms homo and heterosexual to different times. She compares the terms and talks about how one could not exist without the other. It's a really good and insightful read.

This book is full of information and is simple and to the point. The most perfect book for someone who wants to begin self educating themselves on the history of Queer Theory.

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Perfect. Just what I needed for class.

Great quality , just what I needed for class.

Happy to obtain a copy.

It's a good and very instructive guide to an understanding of the queer theory and also a good invitation to further reading on this interesting matter. It offers the main opinions and approaches of the major authors, theorists and critics on feminism and LGBTQ, such as Butler, Foucault, Sedgwick, de Lauretis, Warner and others.