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This volume goes beyond the typical definitions of gender and the often narrow \"third sex\" or \"third gender\" classifications, offering a profound discussion on the cultural and artistic significance of androgyny in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eTutun Mukherjee delves into the idea of \u003cstrong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"765\"\u003e‘nari bhav’\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sensibility that transcends anatomical gender distinctions and addresses the fluidity between the feminine and the masculine, embodied through spiritual and artistic traditions. The book draws on centuries-old cultural beliefs such as the representation of Ardhanariswara, where the divine is symbolized as a harmonious blend of both male and female energies, to highlight how duality within individuals is not only accepted but celebrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eThe work also addresses the aesthetic validity of androgyny and its presence in various performative traditions in India—ranging from classical religious practices, theatre, and dance to contemporary mediums such as cinema, television, and the internet. It explores how these traditions reflect and contribute to broader social attitudes toward gender and sexuality, advocating for more inclusivity and acceptance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eThe volume also presents insightful interviews with performers of the dying art form of female impersonation, offering a rare glimpse into their craft and experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eExplores the concept of androgyny\u003c\/strong\u003e through cultural, religious, and artistic lenses, offering a deeper understanding beyond anatomical definitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e‘Nari Bhav’ and the interplay of the feminine and masculine\u003c\/strong\u003e are discussed within the broader context of societal attitudes and the fluidity of gender roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003eInterviews with practitioners of female impersonation\u003c\/strong\u003e provide firsthand accounts of the craft, shedding light on a fading yet significant tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eBridges traditional cultural beliefs\u003c\/strong\u003e with contemporary issues, offering a modern perspective on inclusivity, gender expression, and sexuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Niyogi Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49975781622064,"sku":"Niyogi_9789385285462","price":676.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/niyogi-books-book-default-title-androgyny-and-female-impersonation-in-india-nari-bhav-41365522317616.jpg?v=1775965648","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/androgyny-and-female-impersonation-in-india-nari-bhav","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}