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Queer Angels in Post-1945 American Literature and Culture: Bad Beatitudes

SKU: 9781350198951

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Explore the compelling fusion of sacred and profane angelic imagery in post-1945 queer American literature. This insightful study examines how authors like Ginsberg and Rechy crafted ‘bad beatitudes’ – angelic outlaws embodying dissent and rebellion against societal repression. Discover how gay men became potent symbols of queer identity and resilience, finding the sacred within the profane across American culture. An essential read for students of American literary history, LGBTQ+ studies, and cultural criticism seeking deeper insights into dissent and identity.

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