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Toksvig uses a psychogeographical and historical approach to deliver her political and personal beliefs which spur her on. Toksvig unveils the dazzling shine of showbiz and illustrates the tedious and often discriminatory backstage for women in the industry. Furthermore, Toksvig's experience with homophobia and sexism is disturbing, but her depiction of her sexuality as a non-event is honest and unapologetic. I love that.
‘I suppose none of us remember the past in order. It’s just a jumble of recollections.” (2)
Toksvig is witty, reflective, introspective and forgiving, using the Number 12 bus to feed the reader personal anecdotes or historical facts about buildings or streets. The jumbled nature of these facts makes history seem ever-present, as if time has folded in on itself. Temporality appears irrelevant and what truly stands out is our humanity - how we have failed ourselves and how we continue to fail each other, but also how we redeem ourselves.
“When did murder become the new political protest? Have we run out of words?” (94)
Toksvig is evidently privileged, but this has provided her with a platform in which her voice can be heard, and listened to. She is truly a tireless activist, and an inspiration for queer women.
“I have a constant image of myself holding up a shield and never resting. I think I would like to put it down soon.” (109)
‘I suppose none of us remember the past in order. It’s just a jumble of recollections.” (2)
Toksvig is witty, reflective, introspective and forgiving, using the Number 12 bus to feed the reader personal anecdotes or historical facts about buildings or streets. The jumbled nature of these facts makes history seem ever-present, as if time has folded in on itself. Temporality appears irrelevant and what truly stands out is our humanity - how we have failed ourselves and how we continue to fail each other, but also how we redeem ourselves.
“When did murder become the new political protest? Have we run out of words?” (94)
Toksvig is evidently privileged, but this has provided her with a platform in which her voice can be heard, and listened to. She is truly a tireless activist, and an inspiration for queer women.
“I have a constant image of myself holding up a shield and never resting. I think I would like to put it down soon.” (109)