The history of queer activism is characterized by the struggle to find ways to document and preserve the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals who have been marginalized and oppressed throughout time....
Can the collective memory of queer communities be seen as an act of resistance to historical amnesia?
The answer is yes, the collective memory of queer communities can indeed be seen as an act of...
Can archiving be a spiritual practice of remembrance for marginalized communities? Marginalized communities are groups that face discrimination based on factors such as race, gender, sexual...
Gent's magazine was published from 1968 until 20014, featuring erotic fiction, nonfiction, photography, artwork, advertising, letters, classified ads, readers' submissions, and more.
It became a...
Before closing, 18 Magazine undertook a digitization project to preserve its print issues for posterity. This archive is now treasured by historians and fans alike.
The magazine had been...
Playboy magazine is renowned for its erotic and sensual images, but it also has another interesting aspect that few people know about—its value as an artifact of historical significance. Originally...
Erotic magazines have been an integral part of Western culture since the late nineteenth century when they were used to record and share ideas about sexuality and gender roles. Today, these magazines...
The purpose of this essay is to demonstrate how erotic magazines can act as archives for preserving past and present erotic media. In order to accomplish this, I will present examples from various...
Erotic Magazines and Their Role in Archiving Contemporary Erotic Photography Trends
With the advent of digital media, the world of printed publications has been experiencing a decline in recent...