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

New Books in East Asian Studies

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Queer Activism and National Security in South Korea

This chapter explores the intersection of queer activism, national security, and public health in South Korea, detailing fieldwork experiences and interviews conducted with diverse individuals. It critically analyzes how historical fears related to North Korea and martial law influence societal attitudes and legal frameworks impacting queer identities, especially in the context of the pandemic.

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