Meg-John Barker
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Though not a graphic novel, this highly illustrated nonfiction book explores how we came to view sex, gender and sexuality in the ways that we do. Barker and Scheele show how these ideas get tangled up with our culture and our understanding of biology, psychology and sexology; and how these views have been disputed and challenged. Each page focuses on a specific aspect of the subject.
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Explores the evolution of sex and sexuality throughout human history, and examines the feelings of shame, fear, and anxiety often associated with sex and sexuality. Describes how society's views of sex and sexuality are influenced by heteronormativity, patriarchy, colonialism, body normativity, capitalism, and intergenerational trauma, and discusses sexual desires, relationships, sex work, and consent. Includes black-and-white illustrations and additional...
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"This helpful guide presents ways we can all better understand gender, and how people can change and express their gender identity. Considering biological and cultural understandings of gender, gender expression, and relationships and sexuality, this is an excellent starting point for anybody thinking about what gender means to them."--