“And this is a grave responsibility, projected from within each of us, not to settle for the convenient, the shoddy, the conventionally expected, nor the merely safe.”
Quote by Audre Lorde
Work
Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic As Power
This book delves into the significance of the erotic in various aspects of human life, examining its influence on power dynamics and its manifestations in different cultures and historical periods. more
Author
Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde, an American writer, poet, and speaker, was born on February 18, 1934, and passed away on November 17, 1992. Known for her profound insights into race, gender, and sexual orientation, her work encompasses poetry, prose, and novels, which have had a profound impact on contemporary literature and social movements. more
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