Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick

Between Men: English Literature and Male Homosocial Desire (Gender and Culture Series)

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ISBN 13:
9780231082730
author:
Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Columbia University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1985
Pages:
258
Dimensions:
15.2 x 1.5 x 22.9 cm
Genre:
Gay & Lesbian, Literature, Erotica, Eve Kosofs
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£26.08

Description

Between Men: A Challenge to Traditional Feminist and Gay Studies In this influential work, Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick offers a groundbreaking analysis of male homosocial desire in English literature. First published in 1985, Between Men has been widely praised for its innovative approach to understanding the complex relationships between men. Sedgwick's central argument is that sexuality and desire are not fixed or natural phenomena, but rather carefully managed social constructs. By drawing on the theories of Michel Foucault, Sedgwick reimagines feminist and gay studies as a way of continuing the critical work begun by Foucault. This provocative approach challenges traditional notions of identity and desire, offering a new perspective on the ways in which power relations shape our understanding of human relationships. This revised edition retains the original's thought-provoking insights into the complexities of male homosocial desire, making it an essential read for anyone interested in literary criticism, queer theory, or feminist studies.

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