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Mapping Queerness in Times of Uncertainty

Stories of Struggle, Invisibility and Space

Arnaud Kurze author Sarah Sturken author Steve Thwe author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:26th Nov '24

£49.99

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This book offers a new critical perspective on emerging and alternative ‘spaces’ for emancipation within lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) communities. It considers these across various geographic regions, and in times of social, political, and ecological uncertainty and change. The work delves into complex, often invisible spaces where queer communities navigate social, political, and ecological upheavals. Through a blend of critical theory, digital mapping, and rich case studies from regions like the Middle East, North Africa, Singapore, Poland, and Russia, the authors illuminate the intersecting challenges of neocolonial legacies, religious conservatism, and political repression.

A must-read for scholars and advocates involved with human rights and LGBTQ organisations; this book provides a nuanced, interdisciplinary perspective on the evolving landscapes of queer emancipation and resistance. As such, it will appeal to scholars and students of queer studies, political sociology, social inequality, international relations, global studies, international justice, development studies, and the digital humanities.

“Kurze’s scholarship is always innovative and at the cutting edge of the field. His newest book in collaboration with Sturken and Thwe on queer spaces in international relations continues this tradition and is a must read.”

Michael Williams, Associate Professor, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, USA

“Bold and incisive, Mapping Queerness in Times of Uncertainty reshapes our understanding of queer identities in the modern world. Thanks to its excellent exploration of history, culture, and resistance, this book is an essential contribution to queer discourse, offering both critical insight and profound empathy.”

Bea Ciordia, Former Journalist and International Communications Advisor

“Like water to the desert, this book offers us important non-western perspectives on queer existence. The authors use fascinating case studies ranging from North Africa and the Middle East to Russia, employing new creative frameworks of analysis keeping us readers on our toes.”

Derek Marshall, Community Organizer and Activist

ISBN: 9781032934389

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 430g

130 pages