Introducing the New Sexuality Studies: 2nd Edition

by Steven Seidman (Editor)

Breaking new ground, both substantively and stylistically, Introducing the New Sexuality Studies, Second Edition offers students and academics an engaging, thought-provoking introduction and overview of the social study of sexualities. Its central premise is to explore the social construction of sexuality, the role of social differences such as race or nationality in creating sexual variation, and the ways sex is entangled in relations of power and inequality. Through this approach the field of sexuality is considered in multicultural, global, and comparative terms, and from a truly social perspective.

The second edition of this definitive textbook consists of over seventy-five short, original essays on the key topics and themes in sexuality studies. It also includes interviews with fourteen leading scholars in the field, which convey some of the most innovative work currently being undertaken. Each contribution is original, presenting the latest thinking and research in clear and accessible terms, using engaging examples to illustrate key points.

This topical and timely volume will be an invaluable resource to all those with an interest in sexuality studies, gender studies and LGBTQ studies.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sociology, Anthropology, Queer

593 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 22, 2006

Reviews

[Kel · Rating 2 out of 5]

very superficial intro to sexuality studies. mostly excerpts of longer studies. might be useful to someone entirely brand new to the field.

[Gabrielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent introductory text

[Mike Degen · Rating 4 out of 5]

really solid survey of issues relating to sexuality, I read this after being asked multiple times if I’d ever really thought about my gender and sexuality. Now I have!!

[Natasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

So many essay on so many topics. I must check this one out again...

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. Awesome class. Awesome instructor.