Lauren Berlant, Lee Edelman
Sex, or the Unbearable (Theory Q)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780822355946
- author:
- Lauren Berlant, Lee Edelman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Duke University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 168
- Dimensions:
- 1.3 x 13.3 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Psychology & Psychiatry, Specific Topics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sex, or the Unbearable is a thought-provoking dialogue between Lauren Berlant and Lee Edelman, two leading theorists of sexuality, politics, and culture. They explore the complex relationships between sex, negativity, and the human experience, revealing the contradictions and tensions that arise in encounters with others, ourselves, and the world. Through a nuanced analysis of various works, including Lydia Davis's story "Break It Down", Berlant and Edelman examine the impact of negativity on politics, theory, and personal relationships. Their discussion is marked by moments of disagreement, frustration, and recognition, highlighting the difficulty and potential of encounter. This unusual exchange between two eminent critics and close friends offers a unique perspective on the challenges of living with negativity and the divisions that may be irreparable.
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