
So Much Wasted: Hunger, Performance, and the Morbidity of Resistance
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Format
Broché
Pages
208
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Oct 25, 2010
Éditeur
Duke University Press Books
ISBN-10
0822348284
ISBN-13
9780822348283
Description
This thought-provoking exploration delves into the intricate relationship between self-starvation and resistance, uncovering how hunger serves as both a physical and political act. The authors, Patrick Anderson, J. Jack Halberstam, and Lisa Lowe, invite readers to consider the complexities of performance and the underlying morbidity tied to acts of deprivation. Through a potent blend of theory and case studies, they challenge conventional understandings of hunger, illustrating how it can convey profound messages about power dynamics and societal structures.
Throughout the work, the authors underscore the often overlooked implications of self-starvation in cultural contexts, highlighting its potential as a form of protest and expression. By situating hunger within broader discussions of performance, they reveal its capacity to disrupt narratives and inspire change, ultimately prompting a deeper examination of the bodily experiences that shape resistance movements. This reflective piece is sure to resonate with readers interested in the intersections of politics, performance, and the human experience.
Throughout the work, the authors underscore the often overlooked implications of self-starvation in cultural contexts, highlighting its potential as a form of protest and expression. By situating hunger within broader discussions of performance, they reveal its capacity to disrupt narratives and inspire change, ultimately prompting a deeper examination of the bodily experiences that shape resistance movements. This reflective piece is sure to resonate with readers interested in the intersections of politics, performance, and the human experience.
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