Seeing Straight: An Introduction to Gender and Sexual

Seeing Straight: An Introduction to Gender and Sexual Privilege

Seeing Straight introduces students to key concepts in gender and sexuality through the lens of privilege and power. After an accessible overview, the book asks students to examine the privilege inherent in approaching heterosexual and cisgender identities as â€œnormal,â€ as well as the problems of treating queer gender and sexuality as â€œabnormal.â€ Compelling real-life examples illustrate theory and empirical research, revealing phenomena that shape not only studentsâ€™ own lives, but also their communities, their country, and the field of gender studies itself. The book addresses tough topics like hate, violence, and privilege, and it also considers institutionalized heteronormativity through the military, law, religion, and more. The book ends with a chapter called â€œItâ€™s Getting Betterâ€ that presents evidence for queer hope and courage. Filled with compelling true stories, this book is an ideal introduction to gender and sexuality that encourages students to question their own assumptions.
Country USA
Brand Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Manufacturer Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9781442233546
ReleaseDate 2016-11-29
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781442233546

Country	USA
Brand	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Manufacturer	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9781442233546
ReleaseDate	2016-11-29
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781442233546

Seeing Straight: An Introduction to Gender and Sexual Privilege