Queens' English: The LGBTQIA+ Dictionary of Lingo and Colloquial Expressions

The Queens English is a comprehensive guide to modern gay slang, queer theory terms, and playful colloquialisms that define and celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture. It features over 800 terms created by and for queer culture, with full-color illustrations and photography, and educational lessons on key people and events that shaped queer language.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 336 pages
\n Publication date: 17 June 2021
\n Publisher: Vintage Publishing
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A comprehensive and inclusive illustrated glossary, The Queens English, delves into the rich contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community to the English language. Spanning over 800 terms, this intersectional guide was created by and for queer culture, offering a deep dive into modern gay slang, queer theory terms, and playful colloquialisms that define and celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture.

The Queens English provides a comprehensive exploration of queer language, tracing its roots from ancient Greek and Roman influences to the vibrant underground queer ball culture of New York in the 1980s. It encompasses a wide range of terms, from iconic phrases like "yaaaas queen!" to lesser-known but equally significant terms like bear and wolf.

The glossary is accompanied by vibrant full-color illustrations and photography, enhancing the reader's understanding and enjoyment of the terms. Real-life usage examples further assist in contextualizing these terms and their applications. Additionally, The Queens English includes a series of educational lessons that highlight key figures and events that have shaped queer language. These lessons cover topics such as pronouns, gender identity, Stonewall, the Harlem Renaissance, and more, providing valuable insights into the linguistic significance of these concepts.

Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally seeking to expand your knowledge, The Queens English is an essential resource. It serves as both an educational tool and a celebration of queer history, identity, and the boundless imagination of the LGBTQIA+ community. With its inclusive and intersectional approach, this glossary offers a valuable contribution to the ongoing dialogue about gender and sexuality.

\n Weight: 870g\n
Dimension: 161 x 209 x 36 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529110401\n \n