Abstract
A review of Melissa Gregg, Cultural Studies’ Affective Voices (Palgrave Macmillan, New York, 2006). Cultural Studies’ Affective Voices offers a nuanced genealogy of scholarly contributions from key voices that have influenced the formation and development of cultural studies as a discipline, while arguing for the vitality of an affective address that speaks to a wider audience so as to effect change. Gregg’s own scholarship enacts the ‘optimistic, inspiring and mobilising functions’ (159) she suggests are crucial for cultural studies to avoid complacency, remain relevant, and to intervene in wider socio-political regimes and structures. Gregg’s vision is complemented by Sydney-based artist Jane Simon’s photo on the cover, titled Ajar (2005). The open book, unhinged bookcase and play of light from the window’s reflection refer to Simon’s interest in domestic detail and small forgotten spaces. So, too, does Gregg provide for her reader the details, subtleties and nuances of an account that might otherwise be forgotten.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 203-208 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Cultural Studies Review |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |
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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.Keywords
- Gregg, Melissa, 1978-. Cultural Studies’ Affective Voices
- book reviews