{"title":"madison moore","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the thought-provoking and vibrant works of Madison Moore, an acclaimed cultural critic and writer. Renowned for his insightful explorations into contemporary culture, Moore delves into the intersections of identity, performance, and aesthetics. His writing is cherished for its ability to weave together personal narrative with broader societal commentary, offering readers both education and entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne standout title in Moore's collection is \u003cem\u003eFabulous: The Rise of the Beautiful Eccentric\u003c\/em\u003e. This intriguing book blends science, nature, and cultural studies, exploring how fabulousness and eccentricity transform social norms and influence modern cultural landscapes. Moore's ability to interlace humour with high-level inquiry makes his work accessible and engaging for a broad audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Madison Moore's works for a compelling journey through cultural phenomena where every page promises to enlighten and delight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fabulous-by-madison-moore-9780300204704","title":"Fabulous","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn exploration of what it means to be fabulous—and why eccentric style, fashion, and creativity are more political than ever.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFabulous\u003c\/em\u003e does not simply track new club worlds, it takes us to them. The book does not just tell us about fashion and clubs, it is immersed in the scenes it conjures. This is engaging, relevant, and glamorous.\" —Jack Halberstam, author of \u003cem\u003eFemale Masculinity\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Queer Art of Failure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFabulous\u003c\/em\u003e lives up to its title. Who knew there was such riveting sociopolitical drama behind those velvet ropes?\u003c\/strong\u003e —\u003cem\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrince once told us not to hate him ’cause he’s fabulous. But what does it mean to be fabulous? Is fabulous style only about labels, narcissism, and selfies—looking good and feeling gorgeous? Or can acts of fabulousness be political gestures, too? What are the risks of fabulousness? And in what ways is fabulous style a defiant response to the struggles of living while marginalised?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003emadison moore answers these questions in a timely and fascinating book that explores how queer, brown, and other marginalised outsiders use ideas, style, and creativity in everyday life. Moving from catwalks and nightclubs to the street, moore dialogues with a range of fabulous and creative powerhouses, including DJ Vjuan Allure, voguing superstar Lasseindra Ninja, fashion designer Patricia Field, performance artist Alok Vaid-Menon, and a wide range of other aesthetic rebels from the worlds of art, fashion, and nightlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a riveting synthesis of autobiography, cultural analysis, and ethnography, moore positions fabulousness as a form of cultural criticism that allows those who perform it to thrive in a world where they are not supposed to exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854514016492,"sku":"9780300204704","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/b87e1397e84ae22c6c7e549367e0f06c.jpg?v=1759269304"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/madison-moore.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}