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170 reviews for:
Queer Heroes of Myth and Legend: A Celebration of Gay Gods, Sapphic Saints, and Queerness Through the Ages
Dan Jones
3.63 AVERAGE
170 reviews for:
Queer Heroes of Myth and Legend: A Celebration of Gay Gods, Sapphic Saints, and Queerness Through the Ages
Dan Jones
3.63 AVERAGE
informative
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challenging
funny
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
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Not the historian Dan Jones! That’s how I stumbled across it though 😂 This is a fun and informative look at many different mythological characters (ancient and modern) and their queer/gay/lesbian identities. Some are overt and cannon (Buffy’s Willow and Tara) and others a bit more of a reach (The Doctor), but every chapter holds something new and interesting. From Achilles and Patroclus to Lord of the Rings - a very engaging read/listen.
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Having read an enjoyed Queer Villains of Myth and Legend earlier this year, I was excited to read Jones’ earlier book about the corresponding heroes.
We’re taken on a whistle-stop tour from antiquity through to Buffy, featuring mythological figures from different cultures around the world, and looking at how their queerness has been depicted and received over the years. There are some that most of us have heard of, some you probably haven’t, and overall a really great and varied selection.
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The tone is very light-hearted and sometime tongue-in-cheek, making it very accessible and the ideal book to dip in and out of. There are also a few illustrations which really enhance the book as a whole.
My biggest criticism is that there was no mention of asexuality, despite there being many opportunities too. There were multiple people – mostly women – where Jones concluded that their lack of desire was indicative that they were secretly gay, without even mentioning or considering asexuality. It would have been a great addition, not just because the asexual community are often passed over in any discussion of the LGBTQ+ community, but also that some of the characters were actually ones that many ace people identify with.
Jones is unable to resist the temptation to use modern terminology when looking at mythological figures (and some real people) from centuries ago, but given the light-hearted style of the whole book, if you can take this with a grain of salt it will be a very enjoyable and interesting read!
I received a free copy for an honest review.
We’re taken on a whistle-stop tour from antiquity through to Buffy, featuring mythological figures from different cultures around the world, and looking at how their queerness has been depicted and received over the years. There are some that most of us have heard of, some you probably haven’t, and overall a really great and varied selection.
📚Blog📖YouTube📖Instagram📚
The tone is very light-hearted and sometime tongue-in-cheek, making it very accessible and the ideal book to dip in and out of. There are also a few illustrations which really enhance the book as a whole.
My biggest criticism is that there was no mention of asexuality, despite there being many opportunities too. There were multiple people – mostly women – where Jones concluded that their lack of desire was indicative that they were secretly gay, without even mentioning or considering asexuality. It would have been a great addition, not just because the asexual community are often passed over in any discussion of the LGBTQ+ community, but also that some of the characters were actually ones that many ace people identify with.
Jones is unable to resist the temptation to use modern terminology when looking at mythological figures (and some real people) from centuries ago, but given the light-hearted style of the whole book, if you can take this with a grain of salt it will be a very enjoyable and interesting read!
I received a free copy for an honest review.
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
I found numerous aspects of this book thoroughly enjoyable. It was a delight to read, sprinkled with humour throughout.
The author delves into not only the traditional myths and legends but also explores more contemporary cult classics, including 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Doctor Who'.
While many of the examples were familiar to me, there were a few I had not previously encountered, particularly regarding their Queer histories – which is precisely the reason you'd be compelled to read this book.
The book's structure, with its concise and impactful chapters, makes it an easy read. However, it must be noted that some sections are quite brief and occasionally lack substantial evidence. This may be because there is a lack of historical records, but it frequently left me wanting more details.
I would have appreciated a more comprehensive bibliography or a section dedicated to further reading at the book, as it would have reinforced its credibility as a piece of factual work. Nevertheless, the author does provide references throughout, which, albeit not exhaustive, is commendable.
In summary, the book is a worthwhile read.
The author delves into not only the traditional myths and legends but also explores more contemporary cult classics, including 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' and 'Doctor Who'.
While many of the examples were familiar to me, there were a few I had not previously encountered, particularly regarding their Queer histories – which is precisely the reason you'd be compelled to read this book.
The book's structure, with its concise and impactful chapters, makes it an easy read. However, it must be noted that some sections are quite brief and occasionally lack substantial evidence. This may be because there is a lack of historical records, but it frequently left me wanting more details.
I would have appreciated a more comprehensive bibliography or a section dedicated to further reading at the book, as it would have reinforced its credibility as a piece of factual work. Nevertheless, the author does provide references throughout, which, albeit not exhaustive, is commendable.
In summary, the book is a worthwhile read.
informative
medium-paced
funny
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
challenging
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
This was good. Learnt a lot.