Death, Gender and Sexuality in Contemporary Adolescent Literature

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Exploring the intersection of gender and mortality, the book delves into how young adult literature eroticizes death and portrays the complexities of the woman/death trope. It examines the representation of gendered subjects in relation to death, dying, and grief, revealing how these themes intertwine with sexuality and power dynamics. Through critical analysis, the author highlights the nuanced ways in which death is depicted and its implications for understanding identity and societal norms.