Queer Entanglements: Intersections of Gender, Sexuality, and Animal Companionship

Queer Entanglements explores the intersections of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, trans, and non-binary people's lives with the lives of animals, offering a theoretical and empirical basis for understanding the contexts that bring them together. It provides a critical, interdisciplinary perspective on human-animal relations that will interest scholars and students in various fields.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 237 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Queer Entanglements is a groundbreaking work that delves into the intricate and multifaceted connections between the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, trans, and non-binary individuals and the lives of animals. This comprehensive exploration spans a wide range of topics, including domestic violence, grief after the loss of an animal companion, veganism, cruelty-free makeup products, Pride events, and community activism. By drawing upon a theoretical and empirical foundation, the book offers a profound understanding of the contexts that unite human and animal lives. Through the use of real-world examples, it presents a lively and engaging perspective on the complex interplay between animal and human experiences, even when human actions may inadvertently harm animal well-being. This critical, intersectional, and interdisciplinary approach to human-animal relations appeals to scholars and students across a diverse range of disciplines, including human-animal studies, psychology, sociology, social work, and cultural and gender studies. By examining the intersections of gender, sexuality, race, and species, Queer Entanglements sheds light on the complex web of relationships that exist between humans and other animals, challenging traditional notions of human superiority and promoting a more compassionate and inclusive worldview.

ISBN-13: 9781108738941