Sovereign Intimacy

Discover the powerful and thought-provoking insights presented in Sovereign Intimacy. This groundbreaking book takes you on a journey through the impact of intimate connections between memory and media on the perception of Israeli militarism. By delving into the emergence of a new media system that includes freelance filmmaking, privatized television, and grassroots campaigns, Laliv Melamed uncovers the underlying dynamics that shape our understanding of colonial violence.

Experience a riveting exploration of how grieving families reclaim the memory of fallen soldiers through the lens of mediated commemorations. These heartfelt videos, originally perceived as a challenge to the state, redefine the narrative surrounding military sacrifice. Laliv Melamed's meticulous research sheds light on the intricate web of kinship, state institutions of care, and the familiar spaces of the home that play a role in allowing a collective denial of colonial violence.

Sovereign Intimacy offers a poignant critique of the weaponization of home media and mourning, exposing the ways in which they are used to support the neoliberal settler state. By examining the relationship between memory, media, and the state, this thought-provoking book will challenge your perceptions and inspire you to question the prevailing narrative.

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