The architecture of desire : how the law shapes interracial intimacy and perpetuates inequality / Solangel Maldonado.
| Author/creator | Maldonado, Solangel author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | New York : New York University Press, [2024] |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | v, 234 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Portion of title | How the law shapes interracial intimacy and perpetuates inequality |
| Series | Families, law, and society series Families, law, and society series. ^A1256687 |
| Contents | Introduction: Intimacy, law, and choice -- A gendered racial hierarchy in the intimate market -- How law regulated interracial intimacy and its effects today -- Freedom of association versus discrimination in intimate spheres -- How law shapes opportunity for interracial intimacy -- Perpetuating inequality : the psychological, economic, and social consequences of racial preferences -- Working toward equality. |
| Abstract | "This book examines how the law influences our most personal and private choices-who we desire and choose as intimate partners-and explores the psychological, economic, and social effects of these choices. It proposes ways to minimize law's influence over who we desire, love, and bring into our families, including changes to dating platforms, as well as housing, education, and transportation policies"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Maldonado, Solangel. Architecture of desire. New York : New York University Press, [2024] 9781479859665 |
| LCCN | 2023049420 |
| ISBN | 9781479812356 hardcover |
| ISBN | 1479812358 hardcover |
| ISBN | electronic book |
| ISBN | electronic book |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Joyner | General Stacks | K3242 .M323 2024 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |