London Review Bookshop Podcast After Kathy Acker: Chris Kraus and Juliet Jacques
Oct 31, 2017
Chris Kraus, author of the biography of Kathy Acker, discusses Kathy's life, debunking myths of the art scene, and writing from altered states with Juliet Jacques. They explore the limits of accurate biographies and changes in writing and attitudes towards privacy and appropriation.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Politics
01:51 • 14min
Reflections on Sexuality, Identity, and Relationships
15:46 • 2min
Debunking Myths and Revisiting History
17:31 • 26min
Writing from Altered States: Exploring Writing from the Point of Orgasm
43:46 • 4min
The Limits of Biography and the Challenges of Capturing Life Accurately
47:22 • 17min
Changes in Writing and Attitudes Towards Privacy and Appropriation
01:04:09 • 4min