Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care
Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care challenges prevailing narratives and stereotypes surrounding motherhood through a critical, intersectional lens. This thought-provoking collection brings together essays, artworks, and reflections by artists, writers, and theorists who explore the complexities, politics, and personal dimensions of mothering.
From resistance and representation to care and creativity, the book dismantles idealized norms and opens space for diverse maternal experiences. Visually rich and intellectually engaging, Mothering Myths invites readers to rethink assumptions, embrace contradictions, and consider motherhood beyond biological or cultural confines. A vital resource for anyone interested in feminism, care work, and contemporary cultural discourse.
This book will have the form of an abecedarium. In its form and through its collaborators it is a sequel to On the Necessity of Gardening, which was also edited by Laurie Cluitmans, designed by Bart de Baets, and published by Valiz.
Details
Measures 32 x 24 cm
Counts 312 pages
Edited by Laurie Cluitmans
Valiz x Misc Store Amsterdam
Valiz is an independent international publisher on contemporary art, theory, critique, design and urban affairs, based in the Netherlands. Their range of books offer critical reflection, interdisciplinary inspiration, and often establish a connection between cultural disciplines and socio-political questions. Valiz publishes these books from a place of commitment to their content, to artistic and social issues and to the artists, designers and authors themselves. Apart from publishing Valiz organizes lectures, debates and other cultural projects in which certain topics in contemporary art are explored.
Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care challenges prevailing narratives and stereotypes surrounding motherhood through a critical, intersectional lens. This thought-provoking collection brings together essays, artworks, and reflections by artists, writers, and theorists who explore the complexities, politics, and personal dimensions of mothering.
From resistance and representation to care and creativity, the book dismantles idealized norms and opens space for diverse maternal experiences. Visually rich and intellectually engaging, Mothering Myths invites readers to rethink assumptions, embrace contradictions, and consider motherhood beyond biological or cultural confines. A vital resource for anyone interested in feminism, care work, and contemporary cultural discourse.
This book will have the form of an abecedarium. In its form and through its collaborators it is a sequel to On the Necessity of Gardening, which was also edited by Laurie Cluitmans, designed by Bart de Baets, and published by Valiz.
Details
Measures 32 x 24 cm
Counts 312 pages
Edited by Laurie Cluitmans
Valiz x Misc Store Amsterdam
Valiz is an independent international publisher on contemporary art, theory, critique, design and urban affairs, based in the Netherlands. Their range of books offer critical reflection, interdisciplinary inspiration, and often establish a connection between cultural disciplines and socio-political questions. Valiz publishes these books from a place of commitment to their content, to artistic and social issues and to the artists, designers and authors themselves. Apart from publishing Valiz organizes lectures, debates and other cultural projects in which certain topics in contemporary art are explored.
Description
Mothering Myths: An ABC of Art, Birth and Care challenges prevailing narratives and stereotypes surrounding motherhood through a critical, intersectional lens. This thought-provoking collection brings together essays, artworks, and reflections by artists, writers, and theorists who explore the complexities, politics, and personal dimensions of mothering.
From resistance and representation to care and creativity, the book dismantles idealized norms and opens space for diverse maternal experiences. Visually rich and intellectually engaging, Mothering Myths invites readers to rethink assumptions, embrace contradictions, and consider motherhood beyond biological or cultural confines. A vital resource for anyone interested in feminism, care work, and contemporary cultural discourse.
This book will have the form of an abecedarium. In its form and through its collaborators it is a sequel to On the Necessity of Gardening, which was also edited by Laurie Cluitmans, designed by Bart de Baets, and published by Valiz.
Details
Measures 32 x 24 cm
Counts 312 pages
Edited by Laurie Cluitmans
Valiz x Misc Store Amsterdam
Valiz is an independent international publisher on contemporary art, theory, critique, design and urban affairs, based in the Netherlands. Their range of books offer critical reflection, interdisciplinary inspiration, and often establish a connection between cultural disciplines and socio-political questions. Valiz publishes these books from a place of commitment to their content, to artistic and social issues and to the artists, designers and authors themselves. Apart from publishing Valiz organizes lectures, debates and other cultural projects in which certain topics in contemporary art are explored.