Gina Wisker teaches English at Anglia Polytechnic University.

"Its value is in its discussions of women writers (often minor ones) and feminist and queer theory...it may be of value to those who are already well acquainted with the field for its stress on feminist and queer theory and on lesser-known female writers." -Roger C. Schlobin, Journal of the Fantastic in the Arts, 18.3

• Introduction Timeline Getting Started The Best and the Best Known Major Themes, Movements and Issues Key Questions Criticism in the Field Glossary Bibliography and Further Reading Index

Gina Wisker teaches English at Anglia Polytechnic University.

"Its value is in its discussions of women writers (often minor ones) and feminist and queer theory...it may be of value to those who are already well acquainted with the field for its stress on feminist and queer theory and on lesser-known female writers." -Roger C. Schlobin, Journal of the Fantastic in the Arts, 18.3

• Introduction Timeline Getting Started The Best and the Best Known Major Themes, Movements and Issues Key Questions Criticism in the Field Glossary Bibliography and Further Reading Index