{"product_id":"straight-acting","title":"Straight Acting","description":"Introducing \u003cb\u003eStraight Acting\u003c\/b\u003e, a groundbreaking exploration of William Shakespeare's queerness and the profound impact of queer culture on his work. This brand-new trade paperback, released in 2024 by Hodder \u0026amp; Stoughton, delves into the intriguing question of whether Shakespeare was gay. The answer unfolds within the pages of this compelling read, blending incisive cultural analysis with captivating storytelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRenowned authors such as \u003cb\u003eSARAH WATERS\u003c\/b\u003e of \u003ci\u003eFingersmith\u003c\/i\u003e acclaim the book as 'engrossing, enlightening, and hugely entertaining,' while \u003cb\u003eKATHERINE RUNDELL\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eSuper-Infinite\u003c\/i\u003e, describes it as 'brilliant - so vivid and so sharp, fantastically clever and consistently fascinating.' \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis enlightening work reveals how Shakespeare's artistry was shaped by the rich tapestry of queer lives during his time. From the influence of Latin and Greek homoeroticism to the lively gender-bending early comedies, \u003ci\u003eStraight Acting\u003c\/i\u003e offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare's sonnets and his own personal struggles with identity. Readers will journey back to Shakespeare's England, a world where same-sex desire was both suppressed and celebrated, as the book calls for a reevaluation of Shakespeare's narrative – challenging the need to confine him to a 'straight' acting role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmma Smith, author of \u003ci\u003eThis Is Shakespeare\u003c\/i\u003e, describes the book as 'magisterial and saucy,' stating that this fresh account revitalizes the queer canon of English literature, ensuring Shakespeare enters the literary discourse authentically. Perfect for scholars, LGBTQ+ advocates, and literature enthusiasts alike, \u003cb\u003eStraight Acting\u003c\/b\u003e is essential reading that redefines the legacy of one of history’s greatest playwrights.","brand":"ALLIANCE DIST - SF","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":41506822029445,"sku":"PR380615","price":51.8,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/0213\/3637\/files\/image_TIVV1ZJFZAF7.jpg?v=1769639183","url":"https:\/\/smartfoxbooks.co.nz\/products\/straight-acting","provider":"Smartfox Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}