Hospitality, Rape and Consent in Vampire Popular Culture
Letting the Wrong One In
(Author) David BakerThis unique study explores the vampire as host and guest, captor and hostage: a perfect lover and force of seductive predation. From Dracula and Carmilla, to True Blood and The Originals, the figure of the vampire embodies taboos and desires about hospitality, rape and consent. The first section welcomes the reader into ominous spaces of home, examining the vampire through concepts of hospitality and power, the metaphor of threshold, and the blurred boundaries between visitation, invasion and confinement. Section two reflects upon the historical development of vampire narratives and the monster as oppressed, alienated Other. Section three discusses cultural anxieties of youth, (im)maturity, childhood agency, abuse and the age of consent. The final section addresses vampire as intimate partner, mapping boundaries between invitation, passion and coercion. With its fresh insight into vampire genre, this book will appeal to academics, students and general public alike.
David Baker
David Baker is an American poet, essayist, and educator known for his lyrical and introspective writing style. He has published numerous poetry collections, including "Changeable Thunder" and "Scavenger Loop," which explore themes of nature, memory, and the human experience. Baker's work often delves into the complexities of relationships and the interconnectedness of the natural world.
His contributions to literature have been widely recognized, earning him prestigious awards such as the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize. Baker's keen observations and evocative language have had a significant impact on contemporary poetry, inspiring readers and fellow writers alike.
One of his most famous works is "Never-Ending Birds," a collection that showcases his mastery of form and imagery. Through his poetic exploration of the world around us, David Baker continues to enrich the literary landscape with his unique voice and profound insights.
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