TY - BOOK AU - Betz,Phyllis M. ED - ebrary, Inc. TI - The lesbian fantastic: a critical study of science fiction, fantasy, paranormal and gothic writings AV - PS153.L46 B483 2011eb U1 - 813/.0876093526643 22 PY - 2011/// CY - Jefferson, N.C. PB - McFarland & Co., Publishers KW - Lesbians' writings, American KW - History and criticism KW - Lesbians in literature KW - American fiction KW - Women authors KW - Science fiction, American KW - Fantasy fiction, American KW - Gothic fiction (Literary genre), American KW - Electronic books KW - local N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Introduction : reading lesbians reading fantasy -- Once upon a time : historical backgrounds and contexts -- Here be monsters : lesbian gothic -- In a kingdom far away : lesbian fantasy -- Beyond the known galaxy : lesbian science fiction -- Blurring the lines : mixed genre -- Conclusion : such stuff as dreams are made on; Electronic reproduction; Palo Alto, Calif.; ebrary; 2011; Available via World Wide Web; Access may be limited to ebrary affiliated libraries N2 - "This work examines how lesbian authors have used the structures and conventions of science fiction to embody characters, relationships and other themes that relate to their experience as the quintessential Other in the broader culture. Topics include lesbian gothic, fantasy, science fiction, mixed genre texts and historical background. A vital addition to the scholarship on homosexuality and culture"--Provided by publisher UR - http://site.ebrary.com/lib/daystar/Doc?id=10459748 ER -