Gender Studies, Psychology - Theory, History & Research, Gay & Lesbian Studies, Popular Culture Studies, Discrimination & Prejudice
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Overview
Cultural Writing. Gay/Lesbian Studies. New to SPD. Here is a revealing look into male effeminacy: why some gay men are swishy, why other gay men are more masculine, and why effeminate men arouse anger, disgust, and disdain in both gay and straight men. SISSYPHOBIA explores those negative feelings that are aimed at people termed fairies, faggots, flamers, and queens; men who, as the author puts it, run more toward what we could term the 'Quentin Crisp school of homosexuality.' The focus of SISSYPHOBIA is the author's search of the roots of the rage toward effeminate or flamboyant men experienced by men of every sexual persuasion, even themselves. Visit the book's Web site at sissyphobia.com.
Editorials
Booknews
Journalist Bergling explores the often negative attitudes of people (gay men in particular) towards men who are perceived as "effeminate." The text is based upon conversations Bergling had with hundreds of ordinary people as well as biologists, geneticists, and psychotherapists. He presents people's opinions without censorship and discusses the possible reasons for negative stereotypes in an open, conversational style. The volume features illustrations by Joe Phillips. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
November 10, 2001
Publisher
Haworth Press Inc
Pages
153
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781560239901