Impossible Desires: Queer Diasporas and South Asian Public Cultures

Impossible Desires: Queer Diasporas and South Asian Public Cultures

まだ評価がありません
Science & Technology LGBTQ+ Humor
形式 ペーパーバック
ページ数 264
言語 英語
公開されました Apr 19, 2005
出版社 Duke University Press Books
1
ISBN-10 0822335131
ISBN-13 9780822335139
読みたい

この本を評価する

ブックジャーナルをエクスポート

説明

In a vibrant exploration of queer identities within South Asian diasporas, Gayatri Gopinath delves into the intricate interplay of culture, desire, and representation. Through a compelling lens, she examines how marginalized voices redefine their narratives through popular music, art, and performance. Gopinath highlights the unique dynamics of belonging and otherness that define the queer experience, weaving together personal stories and cultural critique.

The author navigates the rich tapestry of South Asian public cultures, where diverse expressions of identity clash and converge. She sheds light on the transformative power of sound, revealing how music serves as both a refuge and a platform for asserting one’s place within the community. By analyzing various cultural artifacts, Gopinath paints a complex picture of resistance and affirmation among queer individuals navigating their distinct identities across borders.

Throughout the narrative, the notion of desire takes center stage—both as a personal longing and a collective yearning for visibility. Gopinath urges readers to consider the implications of their shared histories, uncovering connections that challenge the conventional understandings of race, sexuality, and belonging.

Ultimately, this exploration is a celebration of resilience, showcasing how queer diasporas carve out spaces of authenticity amid societal constraints. Gopinath’s insightful commentary invites readers to reconsider the intersections of culture and identity, providing new perspectives on the fluidity of desire and community in contemporary society.

レビュー

レビューはまだありません

この本の最初のレビューをして、あなたの考えを共有しましょう

最初のレビューを追加

読書ログ

読書ログが見つかりません

ここでログを見るために読書の進捗を追跡し始める

最初の読書ログを追加

ノート

ノートが見つかりません

ここで表示するためにノートを追加し始める

最初のノートを追加

取引ログ

トランザクションログが見つかりません

ここでログを見るために本の取引を追跡し始める

最初の取引ログを追加

類似の書籍