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In both politics and art in recent decades, there has been a
dramatic shift in emphasis on representation of identity. Liberal
ideals of universality and individuality have given way to a
concern with the visibility and recognition of underrepresented
groups. Modernist and postmodernist celebrations of disruption and
subversion have been challenged by the view that representation is
integral to social change. Despite this convergence, neither
political nor aesthetic theory has given much attention to the
increasingly central role of art in debates and struggles over
cultural identity in the public sphere. Connecting Hegelian
aesthetics with contemporary cultural politics, Jason Miller argues
that both the aesthetic and political value of art are found in the
reflexive self-awareness that artistic representation enables. The
significance of art in modern life is that it shows us both the
particular element in humanity as well as the human element in
particularity. Just as Hegel asks us to acknowledge how different
historical and cultural contexts produce radically different
experiences of art, identity-based art calls on its audiences to
situate themselves in relation to perspectives and experiences
potentially quite remote-or even inaccessible-from their own.
Miller offers a timely response to questions such as: How does
contemporary art's politics of perception contest liberal notions
of deliberative politics? How does the cultural identity of the
artist relate to the representations of cultural identity in their
work? How do we understand and evaluate identity-based art
aesthetically? Discussing a wide range of works of art and popular
culture-from Antigone to Do the Right Thing and The Wire-this book
develops a new conceptual framework for understanding the
representation of cultural identity that affirms art's capacity to
effect social change.
The sexual act is possibly the most potent--and
pleasurable--gateway to the primordial and the divine. From the
Tantric mysteries of Hinduism and Buddhism and the inner alchemy of
Taoism, to the sacrament of the bridal chamber in
Christianity--and, of course, the traditions of Western Magic and
Witchcraft--sex pervades the highest and most secret teachings all
over the world.
In "Sex, Sorcery, and Spirit," Jason Miller draws upon his training
in Eastern and Western mystery schools to produce a frank,
comprehensive exploration of sexual sorcery and spirituality. In
clear language, he will show you how to take your magic to the next
level, teaching you:
How to use the moment of orgasm as a gateway to the highest levels
of spiritual attainment.
The use of sexual elixirs in alchemy and practical sorcery.
How to work with sexual spirits and gods.
The dangers of sex magic and how to avoid them.
A grimoire of sexual spells and rituals.
This daring and tantalizing work throws open the doors into the
realms of sexual magic that have been hidden behind secret orders
and arcane terminology for far too long--until now.
This life-changing book goes far beyond simple money magic. This is
a tome of true financial sorcery that will teach you to blend
magical and mundane actions to ensure success no matter what life
throws at you.
In both politics and art in recent decades, there has been a
dramatic shift in emphasis on representation of identity. Liberal
ideals of universality and individuality have given way to a
concern with the visibility and recognition of underrepresented
groups. Modernist and postmodernist celebrations of disruption and
subversion have been challenged by the view that representation is
integral to social change. Despite this convergence, neither
political nor aesthetic theory has given much attention to the
increasingly central role of art in debates and struggles over
cultural identity in the public sphere. Connecting Hegelian
aesthetics with contemporary cultural politics, Jason Miller argues
that both the aesthetic and political value of art are found in the
reflexive self-awareness that artistic representation enables. The
significance of art in modern life is that it shows us both the
particular element in humanity as well as the human element in
particularity. Just as Hegel asks us to acknowledge how different
historical and cultural contexts produce radically different
experiences of art, identity-based art calls on its audiences to
situate themselves in relation to perspectives and experiences
potentially quite remote-or even inaccessible-from their own.
Miller offers a timely response to questions such as: How does
contemporary art's politics of perception contest liberal notions
of deliberative politics? How does the cultural identity of the
artist relate to the representations of cultural identity in their
work? How do we understand and evaluate identity-based art
aesthetically? Discussing a wide range of works of art and popular
culture-from Antigone to Do the Right Thing and The Wire-this book
develops a new conceptual framework for understanding the
representation of cultural identity that affirms art's capacity to
effect social change.
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PIVOT Magazine Issue 8
Jason Miller; Edited by Chris O'Byrne
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