Same Sex, Different Cultures Exploring Gay and Lesbian Lives

Name: Same Sex, Different Cultures Exploring Gay and Lesbian Lives
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ISBN: 9780813331645

ISBN-10: 0813331641

ISBN-13: 9780813331645

Edition: 1997

Authors: Gilbert H. Herdt

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Taking examples from ancient cultures Gilbert Herdt shows that what is deemed deviant sexual behaviour in many modern societies was, and is still in some cultures, a natural expression of human nature.

Book details

List price: $50.95
Copyright year: 1997
Publisher: Routledge
Publication date: 4/24/1998
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 6.25" wide x 9.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.682
Language: English



Preface



Introduction: Gays and Lesbians across Cultures



Cultural Myths about Homosexuality



Same-Gender Relations in Nonwestern Cultures



Coming of Age and Coming out Ceremonies across Cultures



Sexual Lifeways and Homosexuality in Developing Countries



Lesbians, Gays, and Bisexuals in Contemporary Society



Conclusion: Culture and Empowerment of Sexual Minorities


Glossary


References


About the Book and Author


Index