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Book Synopsis: In the early 1990s, a major exhibition Chicano Art: Resistance and Affirmation, 1965-1985 toured major museums around the United States. As a first attempt to define and represent Chicano/a art for a national audience, the exhibit attracted both praise and controversy, while raising fundamental questions about the nature of multiculturalism in the U.S.
This book presents the first interdisciplinary cultural study of the CARA exhibit. Alicia Gaspar de Alba looks at the exhibit as a cultural text in which the Chicano/a community affirmed itself not as a "subculture" within the U.S. but as an "alter-Native" culture in opposition to the exclusionary and homogenizing practices of mainstream institutions. She also shows how the exhibit reflected the cultural and sexual politics of the Chicano Movement and how it serves as a model of Chicano/a popular culture more generally.
Drawing insights from cultural studies, feminist theory, anthropology, and semiotics, this book constitutes a wide-ranging analysis of Chicano/a art, popular culture, and mainstream cultural politics. It will appeal to a diverse audience in all of these fields.
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Are you ready to explore the vibrant world of Chicano art and cultural politics? Look no further than Chicano Art Inside/Outside the Master's House: Cultural Politics and the CARA Exhibition Book. This groundbreaking book is the first interdisciplinary cultural study of the CARA exhibit, which introduced Chicano/a art to a national audience. Prepare to be captivated as you delve into the fascinating journey that unfolded as this exhibit raised questions about multiculturalism in the U.S.
Written by Alicia Gaspar de Alba, this book offers a unique perspective on the Chicano/a community's affirmation of their culture as an "alter-Native" force against mainstream institutions. Through the lens of cultural studies, feminist theory, anthropology, and semiotics, de Alba uncovers the deep-rooted cultural and sexual politics embedded in Chicano/a art and popular culture.
Experience a comprehensive analysis of Chicano/a art, popular culture, and mainstream cultural politics that will leave you enlightened and inspired. Whether you're an art enthusiast, cultural studies expert, or simply someone intrigued by the power of diverse voices, this book is a must-have for your collection.
Join the countless individuals already captivated and transformed by Chicano Art Inside/Outside the Master's House: Cultural Politics and the CARA Exhibition Book. Embrace the richness of Chicano/a culture and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of multiculturalism in the U.S. Order your copy today and be immersed in a world of art, politics, and cultural exploration.
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