Amy King Livres

Amy King crée une poésie qui explore les relations complexes et les préoccupations écologiques. Son œuvre, reconnue par de nombreux prix prestigieux, aborde les enjeux contemporains avec une sensibilité perçante et un style distinctif. King est reconnue pour sa capacité à tisser des expériences personnelles avec des considérations sociétales et environnementales plus larges. Sa voix poétique résonne avec urgence et profondeur, s'établissant comme une poétesse contemporaine significative.

Grotesque Touch
Women, Violence, and Contemporary Circum-Caribbean Narratives
248pages
9 heures de lecture
Violence between women in contemporary Caribbean and American media is explored through the lens of its historical roots in plantation slavery. Amy K. King analyzes various forms of media, including films, novels, and paintings, revealing how they perpetuate stereotypical depictions of women's relationships shaped by the legacy of enslavement. The book delves into complex dynamics among characters, such as enslavers and enslaved women, highlighting the challenges they face in envisioning non-abusive power structures. King's study uniquely addresses the intersections of gender, race, and class in these narratives.
The Politics of Sacrifice
Remembering Italy's Rogo di Primavalle
284pages
10 heures de lecture
The book delves into the historical memory surrounding the Rogo di Primavalle, a tragic arson attack in 1973 targeting a far-right family, marking a significant event during Italy's Years of Lead. It examines the incident through various lenses, including media analysis, commemorative practices, site visits, and personal interviews. This comprehensive approach highlights the complexities of political violence and its lasting impact on collective memory in Italy.

Grotesque Touch

The Politics of Sacrifice