Feminism is Queer

The Intimate Connection Between Queer and Feminist Theory

Mimi Marinucci

Feminism is Queer is an introduction to the intimately related disciplines of gender and queer theory. Whilst guiding the reader through complex theory, the author develops the original position of queer feminism, which presents queer theory as continuous with feminist theory. Whilst there have been significant conceptual tensions between second wave feminism and traditional lesbian and gay studies, queer theory offers a paradigm for understanding gender, sex and sexuality that avoids the conflict in order to develop solidarity among those interested in feminist theory and those interested in lesbian and gay rights.

An essential guide to anyone with an interest in gender or sexuality, this accessible and comprehensive textbook carefully explains nuanced theoretical terminology and provides extensive suggested further reading to provide the reader with full and thorough understanding of both disciplines.
 

Contents

• Preface: Not Just the New ‘Gay’
Section I: Sexuality
1. The Social Construction of Sexuality
2. The Social History of Lesbian and Gay Identity
3. Queer Alternatives
Section II: Sex
4. Unwelcome Interventions
5. Welcome Transformations
Section III: Gender
6. Gender Defined and Undefined
7. Feminism Examined and Explored
Section IV: Queer Feminism
8. Notes Toward a Queer Feminism
• Appendix: Terms and Concepts
• References
• Index
 

About the Author

Mimi Marinucci is currently serving as associate professor of philosophy and women’s & gender studies at Eastern Washington University. Marinucci is the author of of several articles that employ references from popular culture in the service of a more scholarly agenda. Examples include ‘There’s Something Queer about The Onion’ (forthcoming in The Onion and Philosophy, edited by Sharon Kaye) and ‘What’s Wrong with Porn?’ (forthcoming in Pornography and Philosophy, edited by Dave Monroe). Marinucci is also the founding editor of Wave 2.5: A Feminist Zine, and a two-time Utne Independent Press Award nominee (2005, 2009).