Nooter, Sarah - How to be Queer: An Ancient Guide to Sexuality

How to Be Queer

Synopsis:

This groundbreaking anthology explores the rich tapestry of queer desire and love throughout history, challenging contemporary notions of sexuality and gender. By delving into ancient Greek texts, poetry, and philosophy, the book offers a fresh perspective on queer experiences, demonstrating that the human capacity for diverse forms of love is as old as time itself.

Blurb:

From passionate lovers to complex friendships, How to Be Queer unveils a world of queer lives and relationships as depicted in ancient Greek literature. By examining texts often overlooked or misinterpreted, this anthology offers a radical reinterpretation of sexuality and gender in the ancient world. With insightful analysis and vivid translations, the book invites readers to reconsider the origins of queer identity and desire.

LGBT Themes:

• Queer history and identity
• Ancient Greek perspectives on sexuality and gender
• Challenge of heteronormative narratives
• Diversity of queer experiences

Relevant Tags:

queer, LGBTQ+, history, ancient Greece, sexuality, gender, philosophy, literature, anthology, academic, non-fiction

Title: How to Be Queer: An Ancient Guide to Sexuality Author: Sarah Nooter Genre: Non-fiction, History, Queer Studies Pages: 264 Publisher: Princeton University Press