Abstract
At its core, Resistance is an appeal to desire. To resist is to create a tension between competing desires, and the strength of that Resistance is determined by the intensity of the tension it generates. Yet, when desires become elusive and difficult to identify, this vital dialectical process is stifled, leading to a gradual erosion of the potential and significance of Resistance.
This book delves into how, through art, we can still provoke tensions within society's structures. Titled “States for Tension: A Compendium of Resistances on the Here and Now,” it is structured into five distinct booklets, each illuminating a unique state of tension: Fiction, Listening, Self-Consumption, Deviation, and Idleness. While each booklet can be read independently, the interplay between these tensions invites deeper exploration.
Readers are encouraged to navigate their own journey through this work, reflecting on the question: To resist—what purpose does it serve?
This book delves into how, through art, we can still provoke tensions within society's structures. Titled “States for Tension: A Compendium of Resistances on the Here and Now,” it is structured into five distinct booklets, each illuminating a unique state of tension: Fiction, Listening, Self-Consumption, Deviation, and Idleness. While each booklet can be read independently, the interplay between these tensions invites deeper exploration.
Readers are encouraged to navigate their own journey through this work, reflecting on the question: To resist—what purpose does it serve?
| Original language | English |
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| Publisher | Annablume |
| Number of pages | 264 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-65-85936-54-5 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2025 |