| Author | : Henry Abelove |
| File Size | : 53,6 Mb |
| Publisher | : Psychology Press |
| Language | : English |
| Release Date | : 19 April 1993 |
| ISBN | : 0415905192 |
| Pages | : 696 pages |
The Lesbian and Gay Studies Reader by Henry Abelove Book PDF Summary
On homosexuality.
A major new publication in lesbian and gay studies, this accessible textbook comprises newly-commissioned essays from a rich cross-section of international scholars. The book's twenty-five chapters are organized according to the key debates in the field and are envisaged both as introductory overviews and critical reflections of each field. The
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