The Queer Arab Glossary by Marwan Kaabour (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Queer Arab Glossary by Marwan Kaabour A groundbreaking survey of the language used around queerness in the Arab world, with contributions by leading Arab queer writers, thinkers and activists FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Queer Arab Glossary is a first-of-its-kind survey of the linguistic landscape surrounding queerness in the Arab world. It brings together more than 300 words and terms used to refer to queer people across the spoken Arabic dialects, ranging from the humorous to the harrowing, serious to tongue-in-cheek, pejorative to endearing. Featuring anecdotes and fascinating historical facts, the bilingual glossary paints a linguistic picture of how queer bodies are perceived within the Arab region. It includes insightful essays by eight leading Arab queer artists, academics, activists and writers, which situate the glossary in a modern social and political context. With beautiful, witty illustrations by Haitham Haddad, The Queer Arab Glossary is a powerful response to myths about queer people in the Arab world. It is proof that the LGBTQI+ Arab community is alive and thriving, despite the challenges. Author Biography Marwan Kaabour is an independent graphic designer and visual artist from Beirut, currently living and working in London. His work with institutions, brands and individuals in the art and cultural sector ranges from creating visual identities, publication and exhibition design, to marketing campaigns, wayfinding systems and art direction for both print and online projects.In 2019, he launched Takweer, a platform that explores queer narratives in Arab history and popular culture.Marwan moved to London in 2011 to pursue a masters degree in Graphic Design from the London College of Communication, then joined Barnbrook – one of the UKs most formidable and celebrated design agencies – as Designer and later Senior Designer. He founded his own studio in 2020. Review The spicy guide to queer Arab slang ... The Queer Arab Glossary [is] a playfully illustrated compendium of words from the affectionate to the derogatory. -- The GuardianThis gloriously confident book will be an eye-opening, often unashamedly sexual, revelation and education to most … Its a rare blessing that The Queer Arab Glossary manages to capture a slang consciousness that otherwise might have slipped by. -- The BooksellerThe Queer Arab Glossary conjures community, resilience, and breathing space in the form of a book. As a project and offering rooted in archival care and memory work it remains refreshingly committed to laying bricks towards a future of recognition and emancipation. The Queer Arab Glossary is but a beginning, but one that is brimming with aliveness and possibility. -- AnOther MagazineThe Queer Arab Glossary brilliantly brings together Arab LGBTQ+ slang, drawing on words from the past and present to create the queer language of the Arab region. -- LOrient-Le Jour (Lebanon)Marwan Kaabour has shown deft editorial skill in assembling this provocative and cheekily illustrated collection. -- Arab DigestThe Queer Arab Glossary is a snapshot of the linguistic landscape around queerness in the Arabic-speaking world without sanitising its history. It is not a definitive glossary, but a conversation starter, encouraging others to build upon it and continue documenting queer culture. -- Dua Lipas Service 95 Details ISBN086356092X Pages 160 Publisher Saqi Books Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780863560927 Format Paperback Imprint Saqi Books Audience General Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition Description Paperback original Publication Date 2024-06-06 Translated from Arabic Alternative 9780863568701 UK Release Date 2024-06-06 Language English ISBN-10 086356092X DEWEY 306.760956 Author Marwan Kaabour Edited by Marwan Kaabour Illustrations 25 Colour illustrations; 25 Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:160111509;

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