Sexualities in History: A Reader

Book Details

• Author: Barry Reay

• Brand: Routledge

• Color: Yellow

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 476

• Release Date: 07-11-2001

• EAN: 9780415929356

• Package Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.1 x 1.0 inches

• Languages: English

About the Book

Over the past twenty years, historians have overturned nearly everything we once took for granted about human sexuality. Gender, sexual orientation, "deviance," and even the biology of sex have been unmasked for what they are—historically specific, culturally contested, and above all, unstable constructions.

In this insightful work, Barry Reay delves deep into the changing views of human sexuality, challenging traditional notions and exploring how concepts of sex, gender, and sexuality are not fixed but rather shaped by historical, cultural, and societal contexts. Reay offers a thought-provoking analysis of the ways in which modern historians have dismantled previously held assumptions about sexuality and its various expressions.

The book examines the impact of these evolving perspectives on issues such as gender identity, sexual orientation, and societal definitions of "deviance," encouraging readers to consider sexuality through a more critical and historical lens. This work is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of history, sexuality, and cultural studies, providing valuable insights into how our understanding of these concepts has transformed over time.