Freak Inheritance : Eugenics and Extraordinary Bodies in Performance

Name: Freak Inheritance : Eugenics and Extraordinary Bodies in Performance
Brand: Oxford University Press Inc

Oxford University Press Inc

Explore the complex relationship between eugenics and performance with 'Freak Inheritance: Eugenics and Extraordinary Bodies in Performance' by Rosemarie Garland-Thomson. This insightful book delves into how ideas of eugenics have shaped the representation and understanding of extraordinary bodies within various performance contexts. Discover how disability, race, and gender intersect with eugenics and performance. Garland-Thomson provides a critical analysis of historical and contemporary performances, examining the social and cultural implications of these ideologies. This paperback edition offers a comprehensive look at the subject, making it an essential read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of performance studies, disability studies, and the history of science. "Freak Inheritance" challenges conventional narratives and sheds light on the power dynamics inherent in the depiction of the 'other' on stage and screen. Product Summary: Freak Inheritance, Eugenics, Extraordinary Bodies, Performance, Rosemarie Garland-Thomson, Disability Studies, Performance Studies, Social History, Cultural Analysis, Paperback Book.