The Homoerotic Photography of Carl Van Vechten: Public Face, Private Thoughts

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Exploring a collection of homoerotic, interracial male nudes, the book delves into the interplay between primitivism and modernism. It examines themes of camp sensibility and theatricality, alongside issues of white privilege and exotic tourism. Additionally, it highlights the vibrancy of underground gay culture, providing a nuanced analysis of how these images reflect broader societal dynamics and cultural expressions.