Bisexual Spaces: A Geography of Sexuality and Gender

A largely unexplored area, this is an innovative and original examination of bisexual spaces as places that are defined by both geographical boundaries and cultural significance. Hemmings applies the ideas of queer theory as well as social and cultural geography in her fascinating investigation into the spaces and places of bisexual life. Specifically focusing on Northhampton, MA and San Francisco, she draws on interviews with community members and the town histories showing how and why they have developed into safe places for the gay, lesbian, and bisexual communities. By mapping out a space of bisexuality, Bisexual Spaces provides a new and provocative understanding of the concept.

Author: Clare Hemmings
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 05/10/2002
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 8.98h x 6.14w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780415930833

Review Citation(s):
Lambda Book Report 09/01/2002 pg. 25

About the Author

Clare Hemmings is a Lecturer in Gender Studies Theory at the Gender Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science.