We Are Family Testimonies of Lesbian and Gay Parents |
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| Author:
| Ali, Turan |
| Series title: | Sexual Politics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-304-33150-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 1998 |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $17.95 |
Book Description:
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An engrossing look at the reality of being lesbian or gay and a parent, the ways and means of achieving parenthood, and the benefits and challenges of pink parenting in 90s Britain. Based on original interviews with a broad cross-section of lesbian and gay parents, and their children, this account is proof positive that queer parents are making no pretence at creating successful new patterns of family relationships. Among the issues examined are: the taboos and myths that traditionally...
More DescriptionAn engrossing look at the reality of being lesbian or gay and a parent, the ways and means of achieving parenthood, and the benefits and challenges of pink parenting in 90s Britain. Based on original interviews with a broad cross-section of lesbian and gay parents, and their children, this account is proof positive that queer parents are making no pretence at creating successful new patterns of family relationships. Among the issues examined are: the taboos and myths that traditionally surround same-sex parenthood; artificial insemination; surrogate mothers; adoption and fostering; custody battles; what to tell the children; what to tell your neighbours; what kids think of their queer parents.