McWhorter, Ladelle
Bodies and Pleasures: Foucault and the Politics of Sexual Normalization
- ISBN 13:
- 9780253213259
- author:
- McWhorter, Ladelle
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Indiana University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 284
- Dimensions:
- 15.6 x 1.5 x 23.4 cm
- Genre:
- Gay & Lesbian, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sexual identities are complex and multifaceted, and Michel Foucault's ideas on the subject can be both challenging and thought-provoking. In "Bodies and Pleasures", Ladelle McWhorter offers a unique perspective on Foucault's work, drawing on her own experiences as a lesbian to explore key issues in Foucault scholarship. Through a close reading of Foucault's most recent writings on sexuality and power, McWhorter argues that his texts should be understood as having a transformative effect, rather than simply presenting a set of arguments. By examining how Foucault's ideas relate to everyday practices such as gardening or line dancing, McWhorter shows that it is possible to challenge socially recognized sexual identities and create a more personal and ethical approach to sexuality. This book provides a fresh and insightful exploration of Foucault's ideas on power, identity, and humanism, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, cultural studies, or feminist theory.
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