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Book Synopsis: The fiery, provocative, and unparalleled work of feminist art criticism that launched the exceptional career of one of our most important public intellectuals—"a remarkable book, at once outrageous and compelling, fanatical and brilliant.... One must be awed by [Paglia's] vast energy, erudition and wit" (The Washington Post).
Is Emily Dickinson “the female Sade”? Is Donatello’s David a bit of pedophile pornography? What is the secret kinship between Byron and Elvis Presley, between Medusa and Madonna? How do liberals and feminists—as well as conservatives—fatally misread human nature? This audacious and omnivorously learned work of guerrilla scholarship offers nothing less than a unified-field theory of Western culture, high and low, since Egyptians invented beauty—making a persuasive case for all art as a pagan battleground between male and female, form and chaos, civilization and daemonic nature. With 47 photographs.
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Introducing "Sexual Personae: Art and Decadence from Nefertiti to Emily Dickinson" – a groundbreaking feminist art criticism masterpiece that has captivated audiences and launched the extraordinary career of one of our most crucial thought leaders. This exceptional book is both outrageous and compelling, hailed as a work of vast energy, erudition, and wit. Experience the audacious brilliance of Camille Paglia as she challenges conventional wisdom and unravels the hidden connections between art, sexuality, and society.
Delve into the provocative depths of this daring literary adventure as Paglia fearlessly raises crucial questions. Is Emily Dickinson truly "the female Sade"? Does Donatello's David disguise pedophile pornography? Unearth the secret kinship between icons like Byron and Elvis Presley, Medusa and Madonna. Moreover, unravel the fatal misunderstandings of human nature perpetuated by liberals, feminists, and conservatives alike. By challenging conventional beliefs, "Sexual Personae" unlocks a unified-field theory of Western culture, revealing the mesmerizing battle between male and female, order and chaos, and civilization and primal desires.
Enrich your reading experience with the inclusion of 47 captivating photographs that further immerse you in the world of art and decadence. With its comprehensive scholarly approach and provocative insights, "Sexual Personae" promises to embolden your understanding of art history and its complex interpretation of human existence.
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