Amber Husain 'Meat Love' with Diane Purkiss | Blackwell's Bookshop

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Join Amber Husain for a captivating event at Blackwell's Bookshop in Oxford, where she will be discussing her highly anticipated new book, 'Meat Love'. In conversation with esteemed historian Diane Purkiss, Husain will delve into the thought-provoking themes presented in her book, which offers a unique perspective on the contemporary culture of meat-eating and its connection to capitalist desire. In a time of climate crisis and corporate agribusiness, the way we view and interact with the animals we consume is being reimagined. Husain challenges us to examine our carnal desires and develop a more ethical approach to the farming, sale, and consumption of meat. Can this new way of seeing redeem our appetite for meat while also saving the planet and nourishing our souls? Drawing on a range of visual sources, from art and film to advertising and social media, Husain critically explores the visual culture of meat and its evolving nature. Her work offers a materialist lens that brings the politics of carnivorous desire into focus. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the profound insights and analysis of Amber Husain's 'Meat Love'. Secure your place at this enlightening event at Blackwell's Bookshop on November 24, 2023. Tickets are priced at £5.