Profs & Pints Alameda: Bridgerton and the Bodice-Ripper
Bridgerton highlights the historical significance and radical roots of bodice-ripper literature, challenging norms around gender, sexuality, and class.
Lit Snax: 4.4.24 - San Francisco Bay Times
1. Judith Butler's accessible book addresses the targeting of gender freedom.
2. 'Idlewild' by James Frankie Thomas explores queer coming-of-age in the aftermath of 9/11.
Profs & Pints Alameda: Bridgerton and the Bodice-Ripper
Bridgerton highlights the historical significance and radical roots of bodice-ripper literature, challenging norms around gender, sexuality, and class.
Lit Snax: 4.4.24 - San Francisco Bay Times
1. Judith Butler's accessible book addresses the targeting of gender freedom.
2. 'Idlewild' by James Frankie Thomas explores queer coming-of-age in the aftermath of 9/11.
'You Talk, We Act': A Remarkable Dialogue from the Middle Ages - Medievalists.net
The dialogue between a Beguine and a Master of Theology illustrates the tension between formal religious practices and intuitive spirituality.
The Beguine's responses showcase her deeper insight and challenge the Church's authority.
The 'two maidens' of Pompeii may have been GAY LOVERS, scientists say
DNA analysis challenges traditional beliefs about the identities of the 'Two Maidens' of Pompeii, suggesting one may have been male.
Lecture: Women's Affective Labor in the Red Army's Propaganda by Ping Zhu, October 21
The lecture by Professor Ping Zhu will focus on Chinese philosophy as part of the Collaborative Learning Project event.
Philosophy Meets the Gendertrash from Hell
The article critiques the exclusion of trans voices in academic philosophy, highlighting the authority figures who fail to authentically represent trans experiences.
Jinty Nelson passes away - Medievalists.net
Jinty Nelson was a leading historian of early medieval Europe, known for her interdisciplinary research and significant academic contributions.
Catullus's poetry has survived through fortunate discoveries and re-interpretations, continually resonating with modern audiences, especially through contemporary translations.
His works defy easy categorization, appealing to diverse interpretations across literary movements.
The best recent poetry review roundup
Wendy Cope's collected poems showcase her unmatched poetic skill and insights into the human experience.
On Being Warlike - The Paris Review
Alice Notley is recognized for her greatness in poetry despite her anti-masculinist, anti-patriarchal, and anti-militarist stance.
The Age-Old Struggle of Translating Catullus
Catullus's poetry has survived through fortunate discoveries and re-interpretations, continually resonating with modern audiences, especially through contemporary translations.
His works defy easy categorization, appealing to diverse interpretations across literary movements.
The best recent poetry review roundup
Wendy Cope's collected poems showcase her unmatched poetic skill and insights into the human experience.
On Being Warlike - The Paris Review
Alice Notley is recognized for her greatness in poetry despite her anti-masculinist, anti-patriarchal, and anti-militarist stance.
Marriage may initially increase hostile sexism among both men and women, rather than decrease it.
Myth and misogyny: how male representations of the female form have changed the way women are viewed
Creation myths reveal the historical minimization of female figures, showcasing how women's narratives have been overshadowed by male creators.
What’s Leaving Netflix: July 2020
The film 'Under the Skin' offers a unique and nuanced exploration of gender identity through a science-fiction lens.
Juxtapoz Magazine - A "Good Mourning" and a Sign of Times as Robin F. Williams Opens New Solo Show
Robin F. Williams' exhibit challenges perceptions of oil painting through a blend of styles and cultural references, emphasizing introspection and gender constructions.
New College of Florida dumping books-and losing professors
DeSantis's conservative policies continue reshaping public higher education in Florida, notably at New College, exemplified by the removal of gender studies materials.
LGBTQ+ books binned by Florida college after gender studies course discontinued
New College of Florida faces backlash over disposal of LGBTQ+ and other thematic books following the cancellation of its gender studies program.
Male UK university students are less macho' when sharing flats with women
Living with female flatmates reduces competitiveness in male students, potentially leading to healthier social and workplace dynamics.
The art of female masturbation - how women are reclaiming self-pleasure
Women are challenging the taboo surrounding female masturbation by engaging in open discussions and exploring new ideas about their sexuality.
Just who, exactly, is Kathleen Stock - and why is she going after Judith Butler?
Kathleen Stock is known for her trans-exclusionary views and academic work.
She has been involved in controversial projects and public criticisms of prominent scholars.
The Right to Change Sex
Gender is a social construct with performative aspects
Judith Butler's idea of gender as performative was influential in gender studies
What a Mughal Princess Can Teach Us About Feminist History
Feminist history aims to uncover marginalized experiences and challenge traditional narratives.
Feminist historians seek to excavate erased subjects and diversify historical perspectives.
Ex-University of Waterloo, Ont., student pleads guilty to 2023 triple stabbing in gender-studies class | CBC News
A former University of Waterloo student pleaded guilty to multiple charges in connection with a hate-motivated stabbing incident during a gender-studies class.
We need other logics for our approach to nature': the woman uprooting colonialism in botany
The book 'Botany of Empire' challenges the colonial legacy in plant science and advocates for decolonization efforts in botanical research.
Broke women prefer more feminine facial features over manly men: study
Women experiencing economic hardship are more attracted to feminine-looking men.