A Global History of Sexuality provides a provocative, wide-ranging introduction to the history of sexuality from the late eighteenth century to the present day.

 



Explores what sexuality has meant in the everyday lives of individuals over the last 200 years
Organized around four major themes: the formation of sexual identity, the regulation of sexuality by societal norms, the regulation of sexuality by institutions, and the intersection of sexuality with globalization
Examines the topic from a comparative, global perspective, with well-chosen case studies to illuminate the broader themes
Includes interdisciplinary contributions from prominent historians, sociologists, anthropologists, and sexuality studies scholars
Introduces important theoretical concepts in a clear, accessible way