The Social Construction of Sexuality (Contemporary Societies Series)

By Steven Seidman

Book Overview

In The Social Construction of Sexuality , Steven Seidman questions such assumptions and investigates the political and social consequences of privileging certain sexual practices and identities while stigmatizing others. Addressing a range of topics from gay and lesbian identities to sex work, he delves into issues of social control that inform popular beliefs and moral standards. The Social Construction of Sexuality widens the public discussion of the morality and politics of sexuality. With this insightful exploration of society's effect on our sexual choices, Seidman once again makes a significant contribution to the sociological study of sexuality. The Social Construction of Sexuality is part of the Contemporary Societies series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 039397510X
• ISBN13: 9780393975109
• Release Date: August 2003
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.4" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Seidman and Theory

This book was assigned to me during a Human Sexuality class, and I must say that it was a great introduction to social constructionist theories of sexuality. It reads rather well, and gives insightful interviews and discussions about how sexuality is perceived in our society. I'd highly recommend it if your new to sexual theory/women's studies.