The Idea of Prostitution
| Author/creator | Jeffreys, Sheila Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Publication Info | North Melbourne : Spinifex Press Chicago : Independent Publishers Group [Distributor] |
| Description | 394 p. 08.500 x 05.500 in. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
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| Summary | Annotation From the white-slave traffic of the 19th century to present-day business practices, this well-researched report examines the changing concept of prostitution, exploring its initial roles as a form of sexual freedom and a way for women to escape poverty toacontemporaryrole as ahuman rights violation. Arguing against sexual violence, this record investigates various aspects related to the topic, including male prostitution, military brothels, and pornography. Comparing the act with slavery and marital rape, this new edition explores the claims of the prostitutes rights movement and the burgeoning sex industry. This invaluable book is not only informative vis-à-vis the condition of prostituted individuals but also determined in its convictions. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781876756673 |
| ISBN | 1876756675 (Trade Paper) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9781876756673 |
| Stock number | 00121796 |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |