Volcanoes and pearl divers : essays in lesbian feminist studies

About this title: In the editor's words, this volume is about the relationship of politics with pleasure. A deliberately feminist anthology that addresses three centuries of English language lesbian culture and literature: 17th century verse; 19th century fiction; and 20th century prose dramas, and al so looks at lesbian themes in mainstream theatre and cinema. The twelve UK-based authors include U.A. Fanthorpe, Emma Donaghue, Sandra Freeman, Elaine Miller and Chris White.

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is described below.