Sex, Violence and the Body

The Erotics of Wounding

• Author(s): V. Burr, J. Hearn,
• Publisher: Springer
• Pages: 242
• ISBN_10: 0230228399
  ISBN_13: 9780230228399
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Social Science / Gender Studies , Social Science / General , Psychology / Personality , Social Science / Sociology / General , Psychology / General , Psychology / Human Sexuality , Social Science / Women's Studies , Self-Help / Personal Growth / General ,

Description:... This unique book examines the relationship between wounding and sexuality, bringing together issues around sexuality, gender, power, violence and representations. Drawing on a range of disciplines including cultural and media studies, sociology and psychology, it explores social practices such as S&M, cosmetic surgery and 'extreme' sports.