Lesbian Lifestyles: Women's Work and the Politics of Sexuality

ISBN-13: 9780333657829 / Angielski / Miękka / 1996 / 258 str.

G Dunne

Opis

This fascinating book illustrates the importance of analyzing sexuality by examining ways in which stepping outside heterosexuality necessitates and facilitates long-term economic independence. Based on a life-history study, the book charts key stages in the lives of non-heterosexual women, including their experiences of gendering in childhood and their responses to 'the culture of romantic heterosexuality'. In particular it documents the impact of 'coming' out on their lives and the way sexuality has affected their approach both to intimate relationships and paid work.

Spis treści

Researching 'Non-Heterosexual' Women: Theoretical and Methodological Issues.- Learning Femininities: Childhood Worlds Education, Heterosexual.- Expectations and Avenues of Escape Gender, Sexuality and Employment Opportunities.- Lesbians at Work: Why Can't a Woman be More Like a Man?.- Lesbians at Home: Why Can't a Man be More Like a Woman?.- Conclusion.