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Dive deep into the intricacies of marginalized identities with 'Byzantine Intersectionality,' an enlightening exploration by Roland Betancourt. This remarkable 2021 publication from Princeton University Press delves into the rich tapestry of the Byzantine Empire and its often overlooked conversations around gender, sexuality, and race that resonate with today's discussions of intersectionality. Using a multifaceted approach, Betancourt examines critical themes such as sexual consent, bullying, homoerotic relationships, and the visibility of trans and nonbinary identities in medieval thought and visual culture.
Through an engaging narrative supported by art, literature, and historical texts, readers will discover how medieval philosophers and theologians addressed complex issues including sexual consent as depicted in the Virgin Mary, the impactful story of Empress Theodora, and the narratives surrounding transgender monks. This work also tackles stereotypes related to ethnicity and gender, as noted in the portrayals of the Ethiopian Eunuch.
'Byzantine Intersectionality' provides a groundbreaking look into the enmeshment of gender, sexuality, and race throughout history, demonstrating that the struggles of marginalized identities have roots that extend far beyond modernity. Enrich your understanding of how these subjects intersect in the medieval world and their implications on contemporary society, making this essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of gender studies, history, and cultural studies alike. Embark on your journey through an innovative historical lens and discover the conversations that have shaped human experience across eras.
Through an engaging narrative supported by art, literature, and historical texts, readers will discover how medieval philosophers and theologians addressed complex issues including sexual consent as depicted in the Virgin Mary, the impactful story of Empress Theodora, and the narratives surrounding transgender monks. This work also tackles stereotypes related to ethnicity and gender, as noted in the portrayals of the Ethiopian Eunuch.
'Byzantine Intersectionality' provides a groundbreaking look into the enmeshment of gender, sexuality, and race throughout history, demonstrating that the struggles of marginalized identities have roots that extend far beyond modernity. Enrich your understanding of how these subjects intersect in the medieval world and their implications on contemporary society, making this essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of gender studies, history, and cultural studies alike. Embark on your journey through an innovative historical lens and discover the conversations that have shaped human experience across eras.