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Number of Pages
176
Age Group
All
Language
English
Book Summary
An accessible, rigorous non-fiction study of how Western societies talk about sex, this book traces a 19thโcentury shift toward treating sexuality as a distinct field of inquiry. Its central theme is that a new science of sex emerged to analyze desire, not merely to increase pleasure. Intended for adults with interests in philosophy, sociology, and cultural history, the tone is analytical, thoughtful, and intellectually provocative.
The content is presented as a tightly argued historical analysis that blends philosophy, cultural history, and critical theory. It frames sexuality as a discourse shaped by institutions and power relations, guiding readers through how ideas about sex rose to become a subject of study and policy.
Readers engage with clear, concept-driven prose that invites reflection rather than plot suspense. The work moves from historical context to theoretical framing, offering a framework for understanding how contemporary debates about desire, identity, and social regulation have been formed by past discourses.
Readers finish with a nuanced understanding of how conversations about sexuality have shaped policy, culture, and personal beliefs, building deeper curiosity, critical thinking, and a more informed perspective on human experience.
Product Details
Author
Michel Foucault
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
176
Language
English
SKU
9780241385982
ISBN
9780241385982
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.8x1x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
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