Table of Contents

Contents: Preface; Introduction: writing in fidelity; His master's voice; Auditing the studio; Sexing the canvas; X marks the spot; Private viewing; Afterimages; Bibliography; Index.

About the Author

Nicholas Chare is Lecturer in Gender Studies at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Cultural Analysis, Theory and History at the University of Leeds, UK.

Reviews

A Yankee Book Peddler US Core Title for 2012 'Nicholas Chare has written an intellectually engaging and rich theoretical analysis of the work of Francis Bacon ... a significant contribution and in many respects an important and necessary intervention in the art historical literature on the artist. Chare's particular focus on issues of sex and sexuality in Bacon's life and work not only extends the prevailing discussion in new and interesting directions, but also makes evident some other ways in which to think about sense and aesthetics - a topic of considerable interest in art history, cultural studies and contemporary philosophy.' John Paul Ricco, University of Toronto, Canada, author of The Logic of the Lure and The Decision Between Us 'Chare grounds his chapter heavily with theory and his visual analysis of Bacon's work to deliver impressive clarity in his approach. His book proves overall to be experimental both theoretically and stylistically; it is a pleasure to read, for Chare obviously delights in theoretical variety and his prose often reflects the sensuousness of the works. He discusses Bacon’s treatment and incorporation of bodily sensation without leaning too far towards the sensational, making a strong case for the paintings to be read as a form of sadomasochistic practice.' Art History