Henderson, Bruce
Queer Studies - Beyond Binaries
- ISBN 13:
- 9781939594327
- author:
- Henderson, Bruce
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Printed Publication
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 233mm / 151mm
- Genre:
- Zoology Gender Issues Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Queer Studies Beyond Binaries by Bruce Henderson provides an engaging introduction to queer and LGBTQ+ studies for students from all majors. This comprehensive text explores various identities, including trans, bi, and intersex individuals, as well as their intersections with other characteristics such as race, ethnicity, and class. The book examines life experiences through the lens of queerness, covering topics like families, friendship, religion and spirituality, health, and politics. Henderson's narrative approach helps undergraduates apply key ideas to their own lives and experiences, while questioning traditional binaries to promote a deeper understanding of sexual identity and gender expression. By drawing on multiple disciplines, including social sciences, humanities, and arts, this book offers a broad overview of perspectives on queerness. The Spotlight sections provide in-depth looks at individual experiences or events, highlighting the complexities of queer lives.