12min chapter

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Timothy Gitzen, "Banal Security: Queer Korea in the Time of Viruses" (Helsinki UP, 2023)

New Books in Sociology

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Queerness in South Korea: Everyday Resistance and Activism

This chapter explores the interplay between queerness and everyday life in South Korea, emphasizing the significance of mundane acts of refusal as quiet resistance. It also examines the complexities of queer activism, police relationships, and the growing tensions between LGBTQ+ communities and conservative factions, highlighting the intricate dynamics of safety and solidarity.

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