The Straight Mind. And Other Essays, Paperback - Monique Wittig

Publisher: Beacon PressAuthor(s): Monique WittigNumber of pages: 132Publication date: 1992Dimensions: 142 x 216 x 10Cover type: Paperback / softbac...

Publisher: University of Illinois PressNumber of pages: 248Publication date: 2005Dimensions: 228 x 152 x 22Cover type: Paperback / softbackEditor(s...

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