In the Western literary tradition, there has been a longstanding cultural stigma attached to the idea of sex outside marriage. This stigma is often grounded in religious belief systems that view...
Atmosphere and Setting
Atmosphere and setting are key elements that shape the emotional meaning of any experience. They can evoke powerful feelings and associations that go beyond the literal...
In modern societies, sexual relationships are ubiquitous and play an important role in shaping individuals' lives. They can influence personal identities and social structures in many different ways,...
The study of tricksters is an ancient one, going back to prehistoric times. One can find examples of them in many cultures around the world, including Greek mythology, Norse legends, Native American...
I will discuss how different research methodologies can be used to reconstruct historically marginalized or silenced queer narratives in literature and art. This includes both historical research...
Sexual metaphors are often used to describe feelings, emotions, and experiences. They can be used to convey meaning beyond what is explicitly stated, and they can also reveal hidden social critiques,...
Canonical literature is a term used to describe works of art that have been widely recognized as important and influential within a given culture or society. These pieces are often taught in schools...
The recovery of historically marginalized queer narratives is an important process that involves using various research methodologies to uncover hidden stories and experiences of individuals who...
The concept of symbolic transgression can be defined as crossing boundaries between social norms and expectations, often related to issues surrounding gender roles, race, class, sexual orientation,...
In literature and storytelling, the fallen leader is a character who was once considered to be an authority figure or moral compass but has since been revealed to have committed some immoral act....