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Sex, Risk, and Society : When Is Sex Dangerous?
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- Cross-Disciplinary Insight: This concise volume offers a rich interdisciplinary approach: drawing from sociology, anthropology, history, and philosophy it explores when sex is deemed "abnormal" or "dangerous" and the broader cultural implications of those judgments. Enduring Relevance: By unpacking how definitions of sexual risk and normativity evolve, and their real-world consequences for agency, health, human rights, and gendered violence, the book presents a timeless framework for understanding contemporary and future social debates around sexuality. Academic Rigor with Broad Appeal: This volume combines strong scholarly credibility with accessible writing, making it an essential addition to academic trade catalogs and a compelling short read for educators, policy makers, and engaged general readers.
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- ISBN-13: 9781805399421
- ISBN-10: 180539942X
- Publisher: Berghahn Books
- Publish Date: April 2026
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.38 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.54 pounds
- Page Count: 175
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