This text addresses issues of gender, race and age in an analysis of the "infiltrator" figure, who is one who penetrates a closed territory, only to expose the fantasy upon which power relations are founded. This study engages with theories of multiculturalism and hybridity in a series of related texts, from Claire Bretecher's cartoons to Colette's recipes, from the diary of a Martinican cleaning lady to James Bond thrillers. The author's analysis explodes the notion of binary oppositions: the insider/outsider, black/white, ...
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This text addresses issues of gender, race and age in an analysis of the "infiltrator" figure, who is one who penetrates a closed territory, only to expose the fantasy upon which power relations are founded. This study engages with theories of multiculturalism and hybridity in a series of related texts, from Claire Bretecher's cartoons to Colette's recipes, from the diary of a Martinican cleaning lady to James Bond thrillers. The author's analysis explodes the notion of binary oppositions: the insider/outsider, black/white, straight/queer, rich/poor, solid/fluid. The infiltrator, she argues, is an ambivalent figure, offering a new way of articulating cultural differences and cultural practices.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 0719048753.
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