Sexuality, Power And Politics

In Sexuality, Power, and Politics, acclaimed academic writer Yang Burzhome delivers a masterful and accessible exploration of the forces that shape our most intimate lives. This is not just a book about sex; it's a critical investigation into how power, ideology, and culture construct our understanding of desire, gender, and identity. Key Themes and Topics Explored: Social Construction of Sexuality: Challenge the myth of "natural" sex and discover how sexuality is historically and culturally produced. Foucault & Biopower: Understand Michel Foucault's groundbreaking theories on how states and institutions regulate bodies and populations. Intersectional Feminism & Black Feminism: Analyze how gender, race, class, and sexuality intertwine to create unique experiences of oppression and privilege. Queer Theory & LGBTQ+ Studies: Delve into the deconstruction of binary thinking and the celebration of fluid identities. Anthropology of Sex & Gender: Travel across cultures and history, from the Two-Spirit traditions of Indigenous North America to the Hijra of South Asia, to see the vast spectrum of human gender and sexual expression. Gender Studies & Feminist Theory: Explore the evolution of feminist thought and its critique of patriarchal power structures. Intimate Citizenship & Chosen Family: Learn about the modern struggle for the right to define one's own relationships, families, and intimate life beyond heteronormative models. The History of Sexuality: Trace the invention of sexual categories from the ancient world to the modern "homosexual." Politics of the Body & Bodily Autonomy: Examine the ongoing battles over reproduction, consent, and who controls our physical selves. Social Theory & Cultural Studies: Gain a sophisticated understanding of how language, ideology, and media shape our realities.