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1.06k reviews for:
Queer: Eine illustrierte Geschichte
Jennifer Sophia Theodor, Meg-John Barker, Julia Scheele
3.85 AVERAGE
1.06k reviews for:
Queer: Eine illustrierte Geschichte
Jennifer Sophia Theodor, Meg-John Barker, Julia Scheele
3.85 AVERAGE
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Very informational, but did not feel like the format lent itself well to all the information. The beginning explains that this was meant to be an easier way to get into things like queer theory, like a basic intro, but it felt like there was still a barrier of vocabulary throughout if someone was not familiar with the field. Overall, great info, and some helpful insights/graphics, but would probably not be first on my recommendation list for its purpose.
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A solid introduction to queer theory, if not a little overambitious. It is no fault of the authors’ that this reads as slightly shallow—it is an introduction, and I think delving any deeper into the plethora of topics included would have resulted into an absolutely ungainly behemoth of a thing. That being said, I wish it were a little more detailed—maybe developed into a series rather than attempting to squash hundreds of figures, theories, and ideas into one little graphic novel. It felt so fast, changed topics so frequently that I had a little bit of whiplash. But overall: well written, charmingly illustrated, and a great jumping off point for those unsure what elements of queer theory they want to look into in more depth.
An excellent and accessible introduction to queer theory. I particularly appreciate the many resources provided for further study!
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Wonderful and concise overview of queer theory and its history. Love the art style as well :)
When reading this, remember who this book is for: People who don't know much about queer theory yet, who are questioning whether they might be queer or have queer friends, but are not queer themselves. The way this is structured and the examples chosen make a lot of sense for the target group. It describes the already existing discussions of queer theory and adds nothing new - and the latter is not the purpose of this book. If you want critical analysis, this is not the book for you. The topic is so complex and this book does a wonderful job of giving an introduction and overview.
When reading this, remember who this book is for: People who don't know much about queer theory yet, who are questioning whether they might be queer or have queer friends, but are not queer themselves. The way this is structured and the examples chosen make a lot of sense for the target group. It describes the already existing discussions of queer theory and adds nothing new - and the latter is not the purpose of this book. If you want critical analysis, this is not the book for you. The topic is so complex and this book does a wonderful job of giving an introduction and overview.
This is less history of queer people and movements (like I thought) and more history of queer academia and theories. The first half was confusing and felt like it didn't know what it wanted to be. It was very quick tidbits or something that didn't explain enough initially and left me scratching my head, even giving me a headache. Some of it angered me (though stuff that did was later addressed and made more sense) and I really wanted to DNF. I am glad I didn't though because the second half went into more detail and made stuff make more sense, though it is still very academic. I really enjoyed the second half but due to it saying it's trying to be accessible and still managing to confuse my bisexual and nonbinary trans self and wanting to DNF it, I can't give it a really high rating. I do however think it was a worthwhile read.
This review is confusing.
And some of it, I still didn't agree with or like. Yes, i'm very confused where I stand on this book. And I don't know how to go into it.
Added a little later: Continuing to think about it makes me more angry but I don't want to go into it, but will a little. They mention that academics don't bother with lived queer experiences, where stuff is really needed, instead focusing on pop culture. Important stuff is barely mentioned, but Finding Nemo (which I do love) gets 5 pages (and imho completely misses how Finding Nemo also talks about disability). Queer is apparently something you do, not something you are. Than where does that leave me? I'm bi and nonbinary trans but also disabled and lack privileges most aren't aware of so i'm very limited in what I can do but every day is impacted by the fact I am queer. I can understand queer can be a verb, but it is something that I AM, and this made me constantly feel, due to lacked privilege's, that I am not queer enough. And this completely misses so much nuance and also admits it's mostly been focused on the L and G. Academics, please speak to the lived experiences of queer people for once.
This review is confusing.
And some of it, I still didn't agree with or like. Yes, i'm very confused where I stand on this book. And I don't know how to go into it.
Added a little later: Continuing to think about it makes me more angry but I don't want to go into it, but will a little. They mention that academics don't bother with lived queer experiences, where stuff is really needed, instead focusing on pop culture. Important stuff is barely mentioned, but Finding Nemo (which I do love) gets 5 pages (and imho completely misses how Finding Nemo also talks about disability). Queer is apparently something you do, not something you are. Than where does that leave me? I'm bi and nonbinary trans but also disabled and lack privileges most aren't aware of so i'm very limited in what I can do but every day is impacted by the fact I am queer. I can understand queer can be a verb, but it is something that I AM, and this made me constantly feel, due to lacked privilege's, that I am not queer enough. And this completely misses so much nuance and also admits it's mostly been focused on the L and G. Academics, please speak to the lived experiences of queer people for once.
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Coup de cœur ! J'ai appris tellement de choses avec ce livre, c'est une excellente ressource pour réfléchir sur les sens du mot "queer", l'histoire du militantisme autour de la queer theory, etc. Les illustrations en noir et blanc sont très belles et appuient parfaitement le propos ; vraiment idéal quand on a une mémoire visuelle.
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Loved this so much! I learnt so much through this book, it's an excellent resource about the multiple meanings of the word 'queer', the history of queer theory and activism around it, etc. The black and white illustrations are beautiful and complement the words beautifully; ideal when you tend to remember things visually.
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Loved this so much! I learnt so much through this book, it's an excellent resource about the multiple meanings of the word 'queer', the history of queer theory and activism around it, etc. The black and white illustrations are beautiful and complement the words beautifully; ideal when you tend to remember things visually.