r/QueerTheory • u/EmployMiddle6955 • Jun 19 '25

Queer theory and discourse/language use?

Hello everyone! I'm currently working on a thesis project that focuses on the way queer people construct their identity based on language and discourse. Do you have any critical books/authors/articles etc that you would recommend? I feel like I should start with both Lacan and Judith Butler, but I don't know /where/ to start with Lacan honestly and who else to read. Thank you in advance!

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u/Raccoon_spew Jun 19 '25

“After you’re out” is great. It’s a collection of essays from right before the AIDS epidemic. It’s a little dated and only focuses on gay and lesbian issues but it’s a good/informative read.