The relationship between and historical perceptions of prostitution. The role of dogs in anti-pornography propaganda.
: The text draws surprising links between seemingly unrelated topics, such as: In Your Face: 9 Sexual Studies (Sexual Cultures...
The gendering of "wild" versus "tame" behaviors during the . Key Conclusions Key Conclusions : Merck provides readings across diverse
: Merck provides readings across diverse genres, including opera, drama, and film. She specifically examines the unacknowledged significance of the "lesbian hand" and the "early retirement of the phallus" in these works. Part of the Sexual Cultures series from NYU
Mandy Merck’s (2000) is a provocative exploration of how sex and sexuality are represented—and often displaced—within modern media, art, and high-profile scandals. Part of the Sexual Cultures series from NYU Press , the book argues that even in a culture saturated with "sexy" imagery, the actual representation of sex remains an aggressive, confrontational act. Core Themes and Essays