Dictionary of Homophobia

Dictionary of Homophobia Book Description: Dictionary of Homophobia, which deals with homophobic discourses and actions, theories and explanations put forward, institutions and social and geographical areas where homophobic tensions occur, examines and reveals the origins and current reality of this attitude in many areas from religion to cinema, from politics to daily life. This comprehensive study provides a detailed and deep historical insight for a better understanding of the phenomenon of homophobia and the development of methods to be applied against this phenomenon. It systematically destroys the myth that homophobia will always exist in social codes by making visible every stage of the transition from societies where homosexual practices are seen as natural to societies where these practices are severely punished, condemned and despised. This study, which will contribute to the ongoing political liberation struggle of LGBTI+ individuals, who struggle for existence between life and death, honor between humiliation, closure and rejection, and recognition in Turkey as well as all over the world, is also an extremely important reference source for combating prejudices. (From the Promotional Bulletin)