The Hysteric: Outline of a Figure

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Eleanor Bowen (University of the Arts London, UK) Laura González (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, UK)

The Hysteric

Outline of a Figure

Eleanor Bowen (University of the Arts London, UK), Laura González (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, UK)

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Routledge
31 March 2023

The Arts: General & Reference; Theatre Studies; Literature: history & criticism; Illness & addiction: social aspects; Gender studies: women; Sociology; Medical sociology

Series: Gender, Bodies and Transformation

Examining historical, clinical, and artistic material, in both written and visual form, this book traces the figure of the contemporary hysteric as she rebels against the impossible demands made upon her.

Exploring five traits that commonly characterise the hysteric as an archetype – a specific body, mimetic abilities, a shroud of mystery, a propensity to disappear, and a particular relationship to voice – the authors shed light on what it means to be hysterical, as a form of rebellion and resistance.

This is important reading for scholars of sociology, gender studies, cultural studies, and visual studies with interests in psychoanalysis, art, and the characterisation of mental illness.

By: Eleanor Bowen (University of the Arts London UK), Laura González (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, UK)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 640g
ISBN: 9780367552015
ISBN 10: 0367552019
Series: Gender, Bodies and Transformation
Pages: 184
Publication Date: 31 March 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Eleanor Bowen is a visual artist and Associate Lecturer at the University of the Arts London, UK. Laura González is a performance artist and Professor and Athenaeum Research Fellow at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, UK.