Beyoncé-One of One: History Lessons, Love Letters, and Affirmations from a Cultural Icon
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Availability:In StockContributor:Antonia Jade KingTheme:Ethnic Orientation/African AmericanPublish date:9/1/2026Pages:232
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Beacon PressISBN-13:9780807022504ISBN-10:0807022500UPC:9780807022504Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:African American & Black, Popular Culture, MusicSize:8.60 x 5.80 x 1.00 inchesWeight:0.363Product ID:SC31ZYHED7
From a dedicated member of Beyoncé's "BeyHive", an in-depth exploration of the lessons and affirmations of Beyoncé's work and how she continues to speak for the historically unspoken for This is not a Beyoncé biography. This is a love letter to a musician whose songs star in our first dances, our workout playlists, and our justice movements. A celebration of a woman who, in a pop world so often seen as shallow, brings dimension through themes of confidence, feminism, Blackness, and queerness. Beyoncé--One of One urges readers to move beyond Beyoncé's iconic image to recognize the far-reaching cultural and societal impact of her artistry. A poet, scholar, and passionate member of the BeyHive, Antonia King offers a distinct blend of cultural theory and personal insights to write an accessible analysis of Beyoncé's influence separated into 4 distinct acts:
With a deep appreciation for Beyoncé's oeuvre and a commitment to highlighting the power of Black, Brown, and queer voices, King brings a unique perspective to this examination of Beyoncé's impact and growing legacy.
- Beyoncé's rise to fame
- How she redefined Blackness in pop culture
- The power of her music
- Her life as a performer
With a deep appreciation for Beyoncé's oeuvre and a commitment to highlighting the power of Black, Brown, and queer voices, King brings a unique perspective to this examination of Beyoncé's impact and growing legacy.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Beacon PressISBN-13:9780807022504ISBN-10:0807022500UPC:9780807022504Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:African American & Black, Popular Culture, MusicSize:8.60 x 5.80 x 1.00 inchesWeight:0.363Product ID:SC31ZYHED7
Antonia Jade King is a life-long member of Beyoncé's BeyHive and a doctoral candidate in the School of Humanities at Royal Holloway, University of London. She is a published poet with Bad Betty Press. Her PhD research focuses on the cultural and historical significance of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Her work has been praised for its depth of analysis and its ability to shed new light on well-known cultural artifacts. Antonia also teaches on Martin Luther King Jr., the Civil Rights Movement, and Malcolm X at Royal Holloway, University of London.
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