Gender and Sexuality in Israeli Graphic Novels

This book explores how Israeli graphic novelists present depictions of masculinity and femininity that differ from conventional portrayals of gender in Israeli society, rejecting hypermasculinity and docile femininity. It is the first to explore Israeli graphic novels through the lens of gender, arguing that breaking down existing gender delineations is a core feature of the Israeli graphic novel and comics tradition. The texts include Rutu Modans Exit Wounds, Ari Folman and David Polonskys Waltz with Bashir, Galit and Gilad Seliktars Farm 54, and Asaf Hanukas The Realist.

Format: Hardback
Length: 104 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the intricate realm of Israeli graphic novelists' unique representations of masculinity and femininity, challenging the conventional notions of gender in Israeli society. By rejecting the prevalent associations of hypermasculinity and docile femininity with men and women, these authors and artists offer a fresh and liberating perspective on gender. This groundbreaking exploration is the first of its kind, focusing on Israeli graphic novels through the lens of gender. The book argues that dismantling the existing gender boundaries is a fundamental aspect of the Israeli graphic novel and comics tradition, and through their works, the authors and artists utilize their platforms to present a more expansive and flexible conceptualization of gender for Israeli society. Through meticulous close readings of Israeli graphic novels published in English and/or Hebrew within the past two decades, the book's texts encompass a diverse range of works, including Rutu Modan's "Exit Wounds," Ari Folman and David Polonsky's "Waltz with Bashir," Galit and Gilad Seliktar's "Farm 54," and Asaf Hanuka's "The Realist."

This book holds immense appeal to students and scholars engaged in the fields of comics studies, Israel Studies, Jewish Studies, and Gender Studies. It provides valuable insights into the evolving dynamics of gender representation in Israeli culture and offers a rich tapestry of artistic expressions that challenge and redefine traditional gender norms. By exploring the complexities and nuances of these graphic novels, readers gain a deeper understanding of the role of gender in shaping society and the potential for artistic mediums to challenge and transform societal perceptions.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 142 x 222 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367713515