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Author: Henning Bech Publisher: University of Chicago Press ISBN: 9780226040226 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 334
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For sociologist Henning Bech, the image of the male homosexual has become emblematic of the modern urban condition, in which freedom and mobility contend with transience and superficiality, in which possibility, energy, and engagement vie with uncertainty and restlessness. In this powerful and frankly provocative critique, Bech skillfully examines the distinctive relationship between urban modernism and the gay experience, exploring in compelling fashion its growing ramifications for the cultural mainstream. Gay society has persevered, even flourished, in this highly charged urban environment, aestheticizing and sexualizing the spaces, both public and private, where men meet. With profound insight and honesty, Bech details this world, candidly reflecting on sex, friendship, love, and life as manifest in the homosexual form of existence. He convincingly demonstrates that, in the face of modern alienation, successful coping strategies developed by gay men are gradually being adopted by mainstream heterosexual society. These adaptations are often masked by what Bech calls an "absent homosexuality, " in which sublimated themes of homosexuality and masculine love surface, only to be disavowed in expressions of social anxiety. This "absent homosexuality" acts as a kind of cultural filter, allowing key traits of gay life to be absorbed by the mainstream, while shielding heterosexual males from their own homophobic anxieties. Ultimately, Bech foresees, a postmodern convergence of hetero- and homosexual forms of exisce emergent from this urban landscape and, with it, a new masculine synthesis. Certain to ignite immediate controversy, When Men Meet offers both a penetrating scholarly analysis of the modern homosexual condition and an unflinching cultural vision of the masculine in transition.
Author: Henning Bech Publisher: University of Chicago Press ISBN: 9780226040226 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 334
Book Description
For sociologist Henning Bech, the image of the male homosexual has become emblematic of the modern urban condition, in which freedom and mobility contend with transience and superficiality, in which possibility, energy, and engagement vie with uncertainty and restlessness. In this powerful and frankly provocative critique, Bech skillfully examines the distinctive relationship between urban modernism and the gay experience, exploring in compelling fashion its growing ramifications for the cultural mainstream. Gay society has persevered, even flourished, in this highly charged urban environment, aestheticizing and sexualizing the spaces, both public and private, where men meet. With profound insight and honesty, Bech details this world, candidly reflecting on sex, friendship, love, and life as manifest in the homosexual form of existence. He convincingly demonstrates that, in the face of modern alienation, successful coping strategies developed by gay men are gradually being adopted by mainstream heterosexual society. These adaptations are often masked by what Bech calls an "absent homosexuality, " in which sublimated themes of homosexuality and masculine love surface, only to be disavowed in expressions of social anxiety. This "absent homosexuality" acts as a kind of cultural filter, allowing key traits of gay life to be absorbed by the mainstream, while shielding heterosexual males from their own homophobic anxieties. Ultimately, Bech foresees, a postmodern convergence of hetero- and homosexual forms of exisce emergent from this urban landscape and, with it, a new masculine synthesis. Certain to ignite immediate controversy, When Men Meet offers both a penetrating scholarly analysis of the modern homosexual condition and an unflinching cultural vision of the masculine in transition.
Author: H.W. Tilman Publisher: Vertebrate Publishing ISBN: 1909461237 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 330
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'We had climbed a mountain and crossed a pass; been wet, cold, hungry, frightened, and withal happy. One more Himalayan season was over. It was time to begin thinking of the next. "Strenuousness is the immortal path, sloth is the way of death."' First published in 1946, the scope of H.W. 'Bill' Tilman's When Men and Mountains Meet is broad, covering his disastrous expedition to the Assam Himalaya, a small exploratory trip into Sikkim, and then his wartime heroics. In the thirties, Assam was largely unknown and unexplored. It proved a challenging environment for Tilman's party, the jungle leaving the men mosquito-bitten and suffering with tropical diseases, and thwarting their mountaineering success. Sikkim proved altogether more successful. Tilman, who is once again happy and healthy, enjoys some exploratory ice climbing and discovers Abominable Snowman tracks, particularly remarkable as the creature appeared to be wearing boots—' there is no reason why he should not have picked up a discarded pair at the German Base Camp and put them to their obvious use'. And then, in 1939, war breaks out. With good humour and characteristic understatement we hear about Tilman's remarkable Second World War. After digging gun pits on the Belgian border and in Iraq, he was dropped by parachute behind enemy lines to fight alongside Albanian and Italian partisans. Tilman was awarded the Distinguished Service Order for his efforts—and the keys to the city of Belluno, which he helped save from occupation and destruction. Tilman's comments on the German approach to Himalayan climbing could equally be applied to his guerrilla warfare ethos. 'They spent a lot of time and money and lost a lot of climbers and porters, through bad luck and more often through bad judgement.' While elsewhere the war machine rumbled on, Tilman's war was fast, exciting, lightweight and foolhardy—and makes for gripping reading.
Author: Mark Mills Publisher: Blackstone Publishing ISBN: 1504736591 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 287
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A return to the period adventure thriller in Where Dead Men Meet reestablishes Mark Mills as a master storyteller for fans of William Boyd, Charles Cumming, or Robert Harris. Paris, 1937. Luke Hamilton—a junior air intelligence officer at the British Embassy—finds himself the target of an assassination attempt. A clear case of mistaken identity—or so it first appears. As Luke is hunted across a continent sliding toward war, he comes to learn that the answers lie deep in a past that predates his abandonment as a baby on the steps of an orphanage twenty-five years ago. From the author of the bestselling The Savage Garden, and set against a terrific backdrop of Europe on the cusp of the Second World War, this is a compelling novel, rich in adventure, espionage, secrets, and lies.
Author: Jarred Jameson Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: 9781708060916 Category : Languages : en Pages : 159
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Why can't you attract and keep a QUALITY man? It's because you don't know how they really think. But this groundbreaking new book changes all that ... The fact is, you can attract a man. It doesn't matter if you are tall, short, fat or skinny. It doesn't matter what color your skin is. It doesn't matter whether you are filthy rich or flat broke. You can get a man. But the problem is, will he be the honorable, virtuous and committed guy that you really deserve? I'm betting not. What Men Wish You Knew is packed with 40 uncommon and powerful insights from a male perspective that will help you secure the quality man you deserve. It is a rare and revealing look inside the male mind when it comes to dating and relationships. Now I want to be upfront with you. This book isn't always going to be polite. It isn't going to spare your feelings. It isn't here to coddle you. This book is here to speak the truth to women who are truly fed up with all of the frankly useless advice out there that is getting them nowhere. It's an insider's guide to what men really think about women and how you can use this hidden knowledge to your advantage to win a great guy. You will discover: ✅ How to stand out from the crowd and command his attention ✅ How the male mind differentiates between women for a casual fling or lasting love ✅ The personality trait men consider a MASSIVE red flag - never do this ✅ A unique form of confidence (not arrogance) that will act like a magnet ✅ A common conversation topic you MUST AVOID for a long-term relationship ✅ Why you should NEVER become his 'pal' (full revealing explanation inside) ✅ The NUMBER ONE thing genuine guys are looking for from you ✅ The behavior you are exhibiting that's an INSTANT TURN-OFF to quality men ✅ What committed men REALLY think about looks, beauty and body image (it's not what you think) ✅ Why he unexpectedly lashes out or zones out on you ✅ How to act on the first few dates to have him hooked ✅ The trait that makes you IRRESISTABLE to good men - and repels losers and time-wasters ✅ Why men NEED the chase to retain interest in you - and how you can prolong it ✅ What he wants in the bedroom - but refuses to tell you These are just some of the rare insights you will gain that will turn your dating life around. You will not find this information anywhere else. I'll make a deal with you. I promise not to spew any of that generic, fluffy dating advice that simply doesn't work and give you the straight up facts that will help you land the guy of your dreams. But in return, you have to leave all of your fixed notions and baggage at the door and be open to a new way of thinking. Let's just agree that from now on we are entering no-bullsh*t zone. Agreed? About the author Jarred Jameson has been a leading dating and relationship coach for 20 years and in that time has helped thousands of clients. He has a masters degree in psychology and majored in gender dynamics and cognitive reasoning. What Men Wish You New is his groundbreaking work that lifts the lid on what men really want from women and relationships. These insights have helped thousands of women finally find the quality partners they have been searching for. So if you are ready to start a new chapter and allow 'the one' into your life, scroll up and click Add to Cart now - and let's start this exciting journey!
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