
Amplify
Graphic Narratives of Feminist Resistance
Dominique Hui(Artist)
University of Toronto Press
Published on 14. May 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
184 pages
978-1-4875-9362-9 (ISBN)
Description
In this highly original text-a collaboration between a college professor, a playwright, and an artist-graphic storytelling offers an emotionally resonant way for readers to understand and engage with feminism and resistance.
Issues of gender roles, intersectionality, and privilege are explored in seven beautifully illustrated graphic vignettes. Each vignette highlights unique moments and challenges in the struggle for feminist social justice. Brief background information provides context for the uninitiated, and further readings are suggested for those who would like to learn more. Finally, carefully crafted discussion questions help readers probe the key points in each narrative while connecting specific stories to more general concepts in gender studies and feminist theory.
Issues of gender roles, intersectionality, and privilege are explored in seven beautifully illustrated graphic vignettes. Each vignette highlights unique moments and challenges in the struggle for feminist social justice. Brief background information provides context for the uninitiated, and further readings are suggested for those who would like to learn more. Finally, carefully crafted discussion questions help readers probe the key points in each narrative while connecting specific stories to more general concepts in gender studies and feminist theory.
Reviews / Votes
"...Amplify's goals are laudable and their results engaging." -- Chris Gavaler * popmatters, online *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Toronto
Canada
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Full-colour illustrations throughout
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 148 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
254 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4875-9362-9 (9781487593629)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Norah Bowman is Chair of Interdisciplinary Studies and Professor in the English Literature Department at Okanagan College.
Meg Braem is a Governor General Award-nominated playwright based in Calgary.
Dominique Hui is a graduate of OCADU and a freelance artist/illustrator based in Toronto.
Meg Braem is a Governor General Award-nominated playwright based in Calgary.
Dominique Hui is a graduate of OCADU and a freelance artist/illustrator based in Toronto.
Content
Part One: Introduction
Key Terms
Part Two: Feminism and Women as Leaders in Resistance
1. Harsha Walia
2. Leymah Gbowee
3. Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi
Part Three: Feminism and Resistance Collectives
4. Pussy Riot
5. Idle No More
6. Rote Zora
7. The Women of the Black Panther Party
Part Four: Learning Resources
Glossary
Discussion Questions
Annotated Bibliography
Key Terms
Part Two: Feminism and Women as Leaders in Resistance
1. Harsha Walia
2. Leymah Gbowee
3. Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi
Part Three: Feminism and Resistance Collectives
4. Pussy Riot
5. Idle No More
6. Rote Zora
7. The Women of the Black Panther Party
Part Four: Learning Resources
Glossary
Discussion Questions
Annotated Bibliography