Baker, Paul

Camp!: The Story of the Attitude That Conquered the World

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ISBN 13:: 9781804440322
author:: Baker, Paul
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Footnote Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 320
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.2 x 2.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
Condition:: New
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Camp! The Story of the Attitude that Conquered the World by Paul Baker This book reappraises camp, a form of popular culture that has played a significant role in equality movements as a form of protest or resistance. From its origins in the courts of Louis XIV to its modern-day manifestations, camp has been a powerful force in shaping our cultural imagination. Through a wide-ranging survey of camp's history, Paul Baker explores its evolution over time and its connection to various social and cultural movements. He examines the ways in which camp has been used to challenge and subvert societal norms, and how it has been perceived and interpreted by different groups over the years. From the extravagant to the outrageous, camp has been a constant presence in our cultural landscape, influencing everything from fashion to film to literature. This book offers a fascinating and insightful look at the enduring power of camp, and its continued relevance in today's world.

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