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Queer Objects

$50.95
Discover the fascinating interplay between queer identity and the objects that surround us in 'Queer Objects.' Authored by renowned writer Chris Brickell and published by Otago University Press, this engaging paperback features 400 beautifully illustrated pages filled with rich insights into the material culture of LGBTQ+ communities. Explore how various items—from intimate gifts to powerful artifacts—reflect the diverse experiences of lesbian, gay, and transgender individuals through history. Each of the 63 chapters delves into the question of what makes an object queer, exploring themes in art, politics, fashion, and technology across different cultures and eras. This captivating anthology includes discussions on ancient Egyptian tomb paintings, Roman artifacts, political placards, and even the modern smartphone, showing a transgressive and vibrant perspective on the world. Perfect for academics, activists, and anyone interested in queer history, this book offers a multidimensional view of how our surroundings shape and reflect our identities. Uncover the extraordinary narratives embedded within everyday things and celebrate the fabulous history of queer lives and spaces with this must-have addition to your literary collection. Ideal for readers seeking a deeper understanding of both object and identity, 'Queer Objects' is a true testament to the richness of queer culture.

Author: Chris Brickell Publisher: Otago University Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 210 x 250 mm
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 11-10-2019

Queer lives give rise to a vast array of objects: the things we fill our houses with, the gifts we share with our friends, the commodities we consume at work and at play, the clothes and accessories we wear, various reminders of state power, as well as the analogue and digital technologies we use to communicate with one another. But what makes an object queer? The 63 chapters in Queer Objects consider this question in relation to lesbian, gay and trans­gender communities across time, cultures and space. In this unique international collaboration, well­known and newer writers traverse world history to write about items ranging from ancient Egyptian tomb paintings and Roman artefacts to political placards, snapshots, sex toys and the smartphone. Fabulous, captivating, transgressive.

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Queer Objects

$50.95
Discover the fascinating interplay between queer identity and the objects that surround us in 'Queer Objects.' Authored by renowned writer Chris Brickell and published by Otago University Press, this engaging paperback features 400 beautifully illustrated pages filled with rich insights into the material culture of LGBTQ+ communities. Explore how various items—from intimate gifts to powerful artifacts—reflect the diverse experiences of lesbian, gay, and transgender individuals through history. Each of the 63 chapters delves into the question of what makes an object queer, exploring themes in art, politics, fashion, and technology across different cultures and eras. This captivating anthology includes discussions on ancient Egyptian tomb paintings, Roman artifacts, political placards, and even the modern smartphone, showing a transgressive and vibrant perspective on the world. Perfect for academics, activists, and anyone interested in queer history, this book offers a multidimensional view of how our surroundings shape and reflect our identities. Uncover the extraordinary narratives embedded within everyday things and celebrate the fabulous history of queer lives and spaces with this must-have addition to your literary collection. Ideal for readers seeking a deeper understanding of both object and identity, 'Queer Objects' is a true testament to the richness of queer culture.

Author: Chris Brickell Publisher: Otago University Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 210 x 250 mm
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 11-10-2019

Queer lives give rise to a vast array of objects: the things we fill our houses with, the gifts we share with our friends, the commodities we consume at work and at play, the clothes and accessories we wear, various reminders of state power, as well as the analogue and digital technologies we use to communicate with one another. But what makes an object queer? The 63 chapters in Queer Objects consider this question in relation to lesbian, gay and trans­gender communities across time, cultures and space. In this unique international collaboration, well­known and newer writers traverse world history to write about items ranging from ancient Egyptian tomb paintings and Roman artefacts to political placards, snapshots, sex toys and the smartphone. Fabulous, captivating, transgressive.

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