It's surprising, at times, what people are remembered for once they have died. As I read through Susan Sontag's obituaries, I was taken aback at how prominently "Notes on Camp" featured in most of them. When I heard the reference to her essay in a television news segment last night it almost seemed, well, campy.
I am also disappointed that so many obituries seem to have focused in on her public persona rather than her work, emphasizing the controversial. However, Christopher Hitchens offers a substantive and sweet personal remembrance of Sontag that focuses on her bravery, both physical and moral.
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I loved this one on our gal Susie - ooops, sorry, I mean Susan Sontag. You know I like the sound of our gal, Susie. I think I'll stick with it. Anyway, I have to comment again on the fact that there is no mention of her grooving on women - although, I have to admit this article didn't merit such a mention as it totally focused in on her works and her personal courage that backed up her passionate beliefs - whether it was standing up against injustice or her battling against her own death. Great article. More Susan. We want more Sontag. Susan! Susan! Susan!
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Posted by kazi | December 30, 2004 7:59 PM
Posted on December 30, 2004 19:59
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Posted by kazi | December 30, 2004 8:07 PM
Posted on December 30, 2004 20:07