The Cambridge Companion to Gay and Lesbian Writing

Hugh Stevens (University College London)

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English

Cambridge University Press
09 March 2011

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Literary theory; Gay & Lesbian studies

Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature

In the last two decades, lesbian and gay studies have transformed literary studies and developed into a vital and influential area for students and scholars. This Companion introduces readers to the range of debates that inform studies of works by lesbian and gay writers and of literary representations of same-sex desire and queer identities. Each chapter introduces key concepts in the field in an accessible way and uses several important literary texts to illustrate how these concepts can illuminate our readings of them. Authors discussed range from Henry James, E. M. Forster and Gertrude Stein to Sarah Waters and Carol Ann Duffy. The contributors showcase the wide variety of approaches and theoretical frameworks that characterise this field, drawing on related themes of gender and sexuality. With a chronology and guide to further reading, this volume offers a stimulating introduction to the diversity of approaches to lesbian and gay literature.

Edited by: Hugh Stevens (University College London)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9780521716574
ISBN 10: 0521716578
Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 09 March 2011
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Hugh Stevens is Senior Lecturer in English at University College London.

Reviews for The Cambridge Companion to Gay and Lesbian Writing

'... for most students textbooks are points of reference only, this companion will be valuable for tis introduction of a complex subject area and exploration of key concepts and theories ... Overall, this text provides a thorough introduction to the literature of gay and lesbian authors, spanning centuries. It is an excellent companion for gay and lesbian literature studies.' Times Higher Education Supplement 'This is a wonderful contribution to GLBTQ studies ... well-suited to gender studies.' Feminist Collections