Affective Inequalities in Intimate Relationships

<p>Raising to the challenge of how to grasp such forms of inequalities that are mediated affectively <i>Affective Inequalities in Intimate Relationships</i> focuses on subtle inequalities that are shaped in everyday affective encounters. It also seeks to bridge a gap between affect theory and empirical social research by providing ideas and inspiration of how to work with affect in research practice. </p><p>Presenting cutting-edge empirical studies on affect and intimate relationships the collection</p><p>- introduces alternative and novel ways of conceptualizing the workings of affect in intimate relationships</p><p>- provides tools for tackling the subtle ways in which affectivity connects with power relations in intimate relations</p><p>- develops innovative methodologies that provide better access to affect as an embodied experience</p><p>A fascinating contribution to the interdisciplinary field of affect studies <i>Affective Inequalities in Intimate Relationships</i> will appeal to advanced undergraduates and postgraduates interested in fields such as gender studies queer studies and cultural studies.</p>