Bisexual Politics: Theories, Queries, and Visions (Haworth Gay and Lesbian Studies) (History Makers (Lucent)) [Hardcover]

John Dececco Phd (Author), Naomi S Tucker (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1560249501 | ISBN-13: 978-1560249504 | Publication Date: September 19, 1995 | Edition: 1

This anthology presents a vivid collection of essays that explore the history, strategies, philosophy, and diversity of bisexual politics and theory in the United States.

The 33 contributors develop a multifaceted approach to defining bisexual politics. Through these voices, the book seeks to understand the contexts in which the bisexual movement has evolved. The authors analyze different organizing strategies, formulate new bisexual political theory, provide a vision of future directions for redefining sexuality and gender, and educate activists and allies about current issues pertinent to the bisexual community.

This book is the first of its kind. To date, it is the only book that documents and analyzes bisexual politics and theory. While existing literature on bisexuality has focused on identity, coming out, and forming communities, Bisexual Politics takes the vital next step into bisexual political theory and activism.

The many subjects and subthemes addressed in Bisexual Politics appeal to a multitude of readers from activists to academics, from friends and family of bisexuals, to those who have struggled with bisexuality. It is a sourcebook for those seeking to locate bisexuality in the schema of other social justice movements. It is a tool to build alliances with other progressive groups, and build coalitions with both lesbian/gay and heterosexual communities. It is a primer for anyone interested in bisexual activism and theory.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 390 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 1 edition (September 19, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560249501
• ISBN-13: 978-1560249504
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,154,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A good overview, May 11, 2000

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This review is from: Bisexual Politics: Theories, Queries, and Visions (Haworth Gay and Lesbian Studies) (Paperback)

I enjoyed the book overall, but found it lacking in someperspectives. It's wonderful from a multi-cultural standpoint, butthere is very little information about rural bisexuals, or those _not_ living out, queer lives. It's a good place to start reading on the subject, though, and the historical perspective was interesting.