Elspeth Probyn is een Australische academicus gespecialiseerd in gender- en cultuurstudies. Haar werk duikt in de ingewikkelde relaties tussen identiteit, lichaam en cultuur, waarbij ze vaak benadrukt hoe deze elementen worden gevormd door ecologische en sociale invloeden. Probyn draagt door middel van nauwgezette analyse en origineel denken bij aan het begrip van hoe wij de wereld om ons heen vormen en hoe deze ons vormt. Haar aanpak biedt lezers een nieuw perspectief op hoe wij onszelf en de maatschappij waarnemen.
Focusing on the vital role of oceans in sustaining life, this edited volume brings together insights from various disciplines, including art, writing, planning, and policy-making. It captures interdisciplinary conversations about sustainable practices and the reciprocal relationship between humans and the seas, emphasizing the importance of protecting these ecosystems for future generations.
Moving away from a simplified food politics that is largely land based, Elspeth Probyn looks at food politics from an ocean-centric perspective by tracing the global movement of several marine species to explore the complex and entangled relationship between humans and fish.
Exposes shame as a valuable emotion essential to our humanity.
Exploring the complex relationship between food and identity, the book delves into the cultural phenomena surrounding food, from celebrity chef cults to fast food's allure. It examines how our consumption habits reflect our desires, appetites, and societal issues, including vegetarianism, food fetishism, and fat politics. By questioning the adage "you are what you eat," the author reveals the deeper implications of our food choices on personal and collective identities, addressing themes of desire, greed, and pleasure.