Interrogating Homonormativity: Gay Men, Identity and Everyday Life

This book explores the concept of homonormativity and how it has shaped the lives and practices of gay men in the UK. It adopts a case study approach to examine how homonormativity is shaping relationships within gay male culture and between this culture and mainstream society. The book discusses topics such as same-sex marriage, HIV treatment, dating and hook-up culture, sexualized drug use, and the world of work. It argues that homonormativity is the sexual politics of neoliberalism and considers how it pervades gay mens sense of self, relationships, experiences, and identities in the workplace.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 241 pages
Publication date: 28 November 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate concept of homonormativity and explores its profound impact on the lives and practices of gay men residing primarily in the UK. Through a case study approach, the author aims to examine how homonormativity shapes relationships within the gay male culture and its interaction with mainstream society. The book is organized into several chapters, each addressing key aspects of homonormativity. These chapters include discussions on same-sex marriage, HIV treatment, dating and hook-up culture, sexualized drug use, and the world of work. Throughout these chapters, the author fosters a thought-provoking conversation about the role of neoliberalism in shaping gay male identities and practices in the UK and the USA. If homonormativity is viewed as the sexual politics of neoliberalism, this book explores to what extent these sexual politics permeate the self-perceptions, relationships, experiences, and identities of gay men in their daily lives, as well as their workplaces. By highlighting the complexities and nuances of homonormativity, this book offers valuable insights into the broader social and cultural dynamics that shape LGBTQ+ communities. It serves as a crucial resource for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of sexual orientation and gender identity in contemporary society.
This comprehensive book delves into the intricate concept of homonormativity and explores its profound impact on the lives and practices of gay men residing primarily in the UK. Through a case study approach, the author aims to examine how homonormativity shapes relationships within the gay male culture and its interaction with mainstream society. The book is organized into several chapters, each addressing key aspects of homonormativity. These chapters include discussions on same-sex marriage, HIV treatment, dating and hook-up culture, sexualized drug use, and the world of work. Throughout these chapters, the author fosters a thought-provoking conversation about the role of neoliberalism in shaping gay male identities and practices in the UK and the USA. If homonormativity is viewed as the sexual politics of neoliberalism, this book explores to what extent these sexual politics permeate the self-perceptions, relationships, experiences, and identities of gay men in their daily lives, as well as their workplaces. By highlighting the complexities and nuances of homonormativity, this book offers valuable insights into the broader social and cultural dynamics that shape LGBTQ+ communities. It serves as a crucial resource for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of sexual orientation and gender identity in contemporary society.

Weight: 339g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030870720
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021