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Vested Interests

Cross-dressing and Cultural Anxiety
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Beginning with the bold claim, "There can be no culture without the transvestite," Marjorie Garber explores the nature and significance of cross-dressing and the West's recurring fascination with it. Rich in anecdote and insight, Vested Interests offers a provocative and entertaining view of our ongoing obsession with dressing up and with the power of clothes.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for readers interested in cultural studies, fashion, gender studies, and the social significance of clothing.

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Beginning with the bold claim, "There can be no culture without the transvestite," Marjorie Garber explores the nature and significance of cross-dressing and of the West's recurring fascination with it.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Beginning with the bold claim, "There can be no culture without the transvestite," Marjorie Garber explores the nature and significance of cross-dressing and of the West's recurring fascination with it.

Rich in anecdote and insight, Vested Interests offers a provocative and entertaining view of our ongoing obsession with dressing upβ€”and with the power of clothes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780415919517

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 November 1997

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 920g

Pages: 498

About the Author

Director of the Humanities Center at Harvard

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