Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
240
Language
English
Published
Jan 29, 2014
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
0415644763
ISBN-13
9780415644761
Description
In a world grappling with the complexities of identity and power, this compelling work explores the intersection of queerness and necropolitics. Authors from diverse backgrounds delve into how societal structures and histories shape the lived experiences of queer individuals, often in ways that highlight vulnerability and resistance. They challenge prevailing narratives that overlook the darker undercurrents of queer existence, calling attention to the implications of state violence and systemic oppression.
The contributors weave together theoretical insights and poignant case studies, revealing the urgent need to address the grim realities faced by marginalized communities. Their writings bring to light the ways in which queer individuals navigate spaces marked by both hostility and resilience, advocating for a deeper understanding of how necropolitics influences not just survival, but the flourishing of queer identities.
As the discourse around queer rights continues to evolve, this book offers a critical examination of how death, survival, and resistance are intertwined in the lives of queer people. It serves as both a scholarly resource and a call to action, urging readers to reconsider how they engage with these vital issues in contemporary society.
The contributors weave together theoretical insights and poignant case studies, revealing the urgent need to address the grim realities faced by marginalized communities. Their writings bring to light the ways in which queer individuals navigate spaces marked by both hostility and resilience, advocating for a deeper understanding of how necropolitics influences not just survival, but the flourishing of queer identities.
As the discourse around queer rights continues to evolve, this book offers a critical examination of how death, survival, and resistance are intertwined in the lives of queer people. It serves as both a scholarly resource and a call to action, urging readers to reconsider how they engage with these vital issues in contemporary society.
Genres
Action & Adventure
LGBTQ+
Contemporary