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Queer Entanglements

Intersections of Gender, Sexuality, and Animal Companionship

Damien W Riggs author Heather Fraser author Shoshana Rosenberg author Nik Taylor author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:23rd Mar '23

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This insightful book, Queer Entanglements, examines the diverse relationships between LGBTQ+ individuals and their animal companions, offering a unique perspective on human-animal connections.

The book Queer Entanglements delves into the intricate relationships between lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, trans, and non-binary individuals and their animal companions. Drawing from a diverse range of disciplines, including psychology, media studies, gender studies, and sociology, the authors weave together theory and empirical evidence to illuminate the unique connections that exist between human and animal lives. This exploration reveals a rich tapestry of experiences, highlighting how these relationships can be both fulfilling and complex.

Queer Entanglements provides the first holistic examination of how LGBTQ+ identities intersect with the lives of animals. The book addresses a variety of pertinent issues, such as domestic violence, the mourning process after losing a pet, the ethics of veganism, and the significance of cruelty-free products. By incorporating real-life examples and case studies, the authors create a compelling narrative that encourages readers to reflect on the implications of human actions on animal well-being and vice versa.

This interdisciplinary approach offers valuable insights for scholars and students across various fields, including human-animal studies, sociology, psychology, and cultural studies. Queer Entanglements ultimately presents a critical perspective on the interdependencies between human and animal lives, inviting readers to consider the broader implications of these relationships within society and culture.

'This is the most thorough account of the relationships between animals, both as constructs and companions, and LGBTQIA+ people. The authors successfully tackle imperative the topics at hand. It is a crucial text that will aid the discussions surrounding the enmeshment of human and animal lives with queer politics.' Z. Zane McNeill, Co-Editor of Queer and Trans Voices
'In their magnificent transdisciplinary collaboration, the authors advance the fields of Animal Studies and Gender and Sexuality Studies. This exceptional book reveals the intimate and structural processes of making queer multispecies kinship through our entanglements, sentiment, and dedication.' Lisa Jean Moore, Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Gender Studies, State University of New York
'This work invites further exploration of the significance of these alternative forms of kinship … Recommended.' C. E. Rasmussen, Choice

ISBN: 9781108738941

Dimensions: 228mm x 151mm x 15mm

Weight: 370g

237 pages