Beyond Gay or Straight: Understanding Sexual Orientation

Clausen, Jan

3.60 out of 5 stars

5 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 0791029565 ISBN 13: 9780791029565

Published by Chelsea House Publishers, 1997

Language: English

Condition: New Soft cover

Save for Later

Sold by Voyageur Book Shop, Milwaukee, WI, U.S.A.

AbeBooks Seller since October 12, 2016

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

New - Soft cover

Condition: New

Price: US$ 20.00 Convert Currency

US$ 4.75 shipping within U.S.A. Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

Full number line on the copyright page. U14.

Seller Inventory # 022146

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

Beyond Gay or Straight: Understanding Sexual Orientation

Publisher

Chelsea House Publishers

Publication Date

1997

Language

English

ISBN 10

0791029565

ISBN 13

9780791029565

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

Paperback First Edition.

Condition

New

Seller catalogs

LGBTQ

About this title

Synopsis

Argues that defining sexuality on gender preference is a Euro-American attitude which restricts sexual desire, and discusses issues regarding sexual orientation

Reviews

Grade 12 Up. Sexual orientation defies taxonomy, according to Clausen. She proposes that insistence on definitions of sexuality based on gender preferences is a recent Euro-American phenomenon that imposes invalid restrictions on the fluid and somewhat elusive qualities of sexual desire. A first chapter states the problem as three fold: determining whether sexual preference is inborn, whether it changes over time, and whether other cultures define sexuality as we do in the West. Subsequent chapters deal with these issues in fascinating, well-researched, occasionally personal detail. In the presence of a homophobic intolerant society, Clausen's thesis cries for elucidation, but her presentation may be beyond the comprehension of unsophisticated readers. Therein lies the difficulty of recommending this book for YA audiences. A scholarly writer deserves a scholarly reader. The inclusion of graphic materials, both as illustrations and as examples from gay and lesbian literature, means that only the most mature teenagers can benefit. However, books of this nature should be included in high-school collections for those students who can gain from them.?Sue A. Norkeliunas, Arlington Senior High School, LaGrangeville, NY
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Used book shop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin listing rare and antiquarian books online.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Brock Books LLC
2212 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53207, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks web
sites. If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as
Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund
within 30 days of the estimated delivery date.

Shipping Terms

Orders usually ship within 2 business days. Shipping costs are based on books
weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or over sized, we may
contact you to let you know extra shipping is required. International shipping will increase charges.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 14 business days	3 to 6 business days
First item	US$ 4.75	US$ 14.50

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.