Historical Dictionary of Homosexuality (Hardcover, Second Edition)

The history of same-sex attraction and love is relevant to many aspects of history, including its social, religious, and political dimensions. The Historical Dictionary of Homosexuality provides a comprehensive survey of same-sex relations from ancient China and Greece to the contemporary world. The book covers religious traditions that have tolerated or had a role for same-sex relations, to those that have condemned it and called for punishment. The legal treatment of homosexuality, and the development in the modern world of a gay rights movements, are central areas of focus. In addition, there are a number of entries for specific countries and regions that provides concise summaries of how same-sex relations have been understood and treated around the globe. Court decisions and emerging norms in international law are also covered. Historical Dictionary of Homosexuality, Second Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 200 cross-referenced entries on important historical figures, philosophic, artistic, and literary treatments of same-sex love, historical terms, and contemporary events. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about homosexuality.

General

Imprint:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Historical Dictionaries of Religions, Philosophies, and Movements Series
Release date:	April 2022
Authors:	Brent L. Pickett
Dimensions:	227 x 161 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	368
Edition:	Second Edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-5381-5044-3
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Literary & linguistic reference works > Dictionaries > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gender studies > General
LSN:	1-5381-5044-1
Barcode:	9781538150443

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