Goldberg, Jonathan
Reclaiming Sodom
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415907552
- author:
- Goldberg, Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.3 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Religion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Reclaiming Sodom explores the complex relationships between sex, gender, and power in various cultural contexts. This collection examines how institutions such as law, church, and state have shaped our understanding of same-sex practices, particularly within the Judeo-Christian tradition. The book delves into the history of sodomy laws, biblical scholarship, and anthropological accounts of non-Western same-sex practices, revealing the ways in which these narratives have been used to control and stigmatize individuals. Goldberg argues for a more nuanced understanding of sexuality and gender, highlighting the importance of challenging dominant discourses. Through its analysis of Islamic, Western, and non-Western traditions, Reclaiming Sodom offers a provocative exploration of the "pleasures and dangers" of alternative perspectives on sex and gender.
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