The Male Body in Representation: Returning to Matter
The Male Body in Representation: Returning to Matter
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This book explores representations of the male body in various cultural productions and formats, focusing on non/conforming, fashionable, passing, and pioneering bodies. It acknowledges the plurality of gendered experiences and the diversity of male bodies, contributing to Cultural Studies and Masculinity and Body Studies.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 325 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This comprehensive and interdisciplinary volume delves into the multifaceted exploration of the male body and its representations across diverse cultural productions and formats. By situating the subject matter within relevant theoretical frameworks, it examines the portrayal of male bodies in various contexts through paranoid and reparative lenses. The book is structured into four major sections, each containing engaging readings that highlight the critical and creative potentials of 'non/conforming bodies, 'fashionable bodies, 'passing bodies, and 'pioneering bodies. In its broad reach, the book recognizes the multiplicity of gendered experiences and the diverse nature of male bodies.
Contributions gathered in this volume offer insightful interpretations of 'non/conforming bodies, 'fashionable bodies, 'passing bodies, and 'pioneering bodies, emphasizing their potential for critical and creative engagement. By engaging with these diverse representations, The Male Body in Representation: Returning to Matter makes a valuable contribution to the fields of Cultural Studies, particularly in the areas of Masculinity and Body Studies.
This book offers a rich and multifaceted exploration of the male body, challenging traditional notions of gender and identity. Through its interdisciplinary approach, it provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between culture, society, and the individual, shedding light on the ways in which male bodies are constructed, represented, and negotiated. Whether you are a scholar, student, or simply interested in understanding the human experience, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to broaden their perspectives on gender and the body.
Weight: 452g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030886066
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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