What is Fat Activism and why is it important? Charlotte Cooper, a
fat activist with around 30 years experience, answers this question
by lifting the lid on a previously unexplored social movement and
offering a fresh perspective on one of the major problems of our
times. In her expansive grassroots study she: Reveals details of
fat activist methods and approaches and explodes myths Charts
extensive accounts of international fat activist historical roots
going back over four decades Explores controversies and tensions in
the movement Shows that fat activism is an undeniably feminist and
queer phenomenon Explains why fat activism presents exciting
possibilities for anyone interested in social justice Fat Activism:
A Radical Social Movement is a rare insider's view of fat people
speaking about their lives and politics on their own terms. It is
part of a new wave of accessible, accountable and rigorous work
emerging through Research Justice and the Para-Academy. This is the
book you have been waiting for.
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