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'Introduction' to Queer(y)ing Bodily Norms in Francophone Culture

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2021, Queer(y)ing Bodily Norms in Francophone Culture

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This is the pre-review and pre-formatted version of our introduction to Queer(y)ing Bodily Norms in Francophone Culture. Queer(y)ing Bodily Norms in Francophone Culture questions how a wide selection of restrictive norms come to bear on the body, through a close analysis of a range of texts, media and genres originating from across the francophone world and spanning the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Each essay troubles hegemonic, monolithic perceptions and portrayals of racial, class, gender, sexual and/or national identity, rethinking bodily norms as portrayed in literature, film, theatre and digital media specifically from a queer and querying perspective. The volume thus takes «queer(y)ing» as its guiding methodology, an approach to culture and society which examines, questions and challenges normativity in all of its guises. The term «queer(y)ing» retains the celebratory tone of the term «queer» but avoids appropriating the identity of the LGBTQ+ community, a group which remains marginalized to this day. The publication reveals that evaluating the bodily norms depicted in francophone culture through a queer and querying lens allows us to fragment often oppressive and restrictive norms, and ultimately transform them.

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What explains the relationship between queer studies and postcolonial identity?add

Studies reveal that queer and postcolonial approaches deconstruct essentialism, arguing for a multiplicity of cultural identities, as seen in Alberto Fernández Carbajal's joint reading of Zadie Smith's novel NW (2012). This intertwining emphasizes the fluidity of national identity and cultural perspectives.

How do queer theories inform views on bodily norms in society?add

The research indicates that queer theories interrogate societal norms around bodies, as Iris Marion Young illustrates through her analysis of menstruation, which is historically marginalized. This perspective encourages a broader understanding of bodily identity beyond traditional categorizations.

When did queer studies emerge as a significant discourse in France?add

Queer studies became prominent in France post-1990, influenced by seminal thinkers like Judith Butler and Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick; however, French engagement remains relatively recent. The translation of key texts, such as Butler's Gender Trouble in 2005, marked critical milestones in this academic field.

What methodologies are effective for examining LGBTQ+ identities across cultures?add

The volume employs a queer(y)ing methodology, integrating diverse media and genres to challenge and critique norms, aligning with Tim Dean's insights on intersectionality in queer and disability studies. This approach fosters nuanced understandings of bodily experiences across social spectra.

Why do contemporary feminist theories often overlook intersectionality in queer discourse?add

Contemporary feminist theorists, including second-wave feminists like Beauvoir, have faced criticism for a lack of intersectional considerations, focusing predominantly on the experiences of white, cisgender women. This limitation highlights the ongoing need for inclusive frameworks that encompass diverse identities and marginalizations.

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