[ebook] The Routledge History of Sex and the Body, 1500 to the Present - Sarah Toulalan

"The Routledge History of Sex and the Body, 1500 to the Present" provides a comprehensive overview of the history of sexuality from 1500 to the present day. This expanding field includes lively debates, particularly regarding the history of homosexuality.

The book is structured into fourteen thematic chapters, divided into two chronological sections: 1500-1750 and 1750 to the present. It focuses on the history of sexuality and the body within the Western context while also addressing global interactions. Key themes explored include science, identity, the gaze, courtship, reproduction, sexual violence, and the significance of race.

The volume culminates with an afterword that encourages reflection on existing tensions, problems, and areas that warrant further investigation. Featuring contributions from established experts in the field, this collection is essential for those interested in the history of sexuality and the body.