Womens Studies and Queer Studies

This incredibly thought-provoking book made me examine the way I relate to people and what role gender plays in those situations. It takes a lot of courage to really delve into and admit to the world personal prejudices and biases. Norah Vincent does an inspiring job of it. --Nici

You definitely need to read this tale of living simply, having a savings account in an apartment wall and of learning how to eat at IHOP for free while on shift. This book made me almost pee my pants. -M.B.

Shocking, overwhelming, raw & beautiful. . . Leslie chronicles a deeply disturbing chapter in Americas history (esp. regarding women and gender) with sensitivity and passion. A must read for anyone. -V.C.

I'm sick of hearing the phrase, "where have all the feminists gone?". As a twenty-something feminist I am inspired to see a book that reflects my feelings to the question through a series of essays--we haven't gone anywhere. Read on to hear the arguments as to why the movement is both relevant and needed in today's anti-F-word world. --Adrienne

This collection of essays addresses a variety of important issues including queer space, marriage, bathroom politics, and queer parenting (just to name a few) often in subtly humorous and seriously critical ways. In addition to addressing vital issues within the queer community, including issues specific to trans, intersex, and genderqueer communities and individuals, That's Revolting! provides a critique of assimilation into heterodominant society as well as a challenge and critique of larger structures of power such as the military, state, and, of course, big bad capitalism. --Josie