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Duke University Press Erotic Islands: Art and Activism in the Queer Caribbean

Name: Erotic Islands: Art and Activism in the Queer Caribbean
Brand: Duke University Press
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Explore the deep history of queer life at the crossroads of the Caribbean in Erotic Islands by Lyndon K. Gill. Published by Duke University Press, this transdisciplinary work provides a detailed look at the queer presence within the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. By examining the connections between Carnival, calypso, and the HIV/AIDS crisis, the book offers a unique perspective on how identity and culture meet. The text uses the concept of the erotic as a theory and methodology, drawing inspiration from the work of Audre Lorde. Through this lens, the author looks at how lesbian and gay artistry and activism function as a political, sensual, and spiritual way to understand both the individual and society. This study brings together significant cultural figures to build its analysis. Readers will find discussions involving the celebrated musician Calypso Rose and the well-known mas man Peter Minshall. It is an essential read for those interested in Caribbean history, sociology, and the intersection of art and social activism.

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Examines the queer histories of Carnival, calypso, and HIV/AIDS within the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Uses the erotic as a theoretical and methodological framework inspired by the work of Audre Lorde.

Provides a transdisciplinary analysis of how artistry and activism shape queer identity and society.

Includes studies of influential figures such as musician Calypso Rose and mas man Peter Minshall.

Offers a deep look at the political, sensual, and spiritual dimensions of Caribbean queer life.

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Brand: Duke University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0822368587
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 07 June 2018
Listed Since: 19 July 2017

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