The No-Nonsense Guide to Sexual Diversity (No-Nonsense Guides) [Paperback]

Vanessa Baird (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2007 | Series: No-Nonsense Guides

The treatment of sexual minorities—whether lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender—varies significantly in different parts of the world. In some countries, equal rights have been achieved and progress is being made against discrimination; in others, being gay still incurs the death penalty.

This guide examines all the colors of the sexual rainbow, unearths hidden histories, and looks at contributions from medicine and science. It also includes a unique global survey of laws that affect sexual minorities.

Vanessa Baird has been co-editor at New Internationalist magazine since 1986. Her previous books include, as compiler and editor, Eye to Eye Women.

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About the Author

Vanessa Baird has been a co-editor with the New Internationalist since 1986. Previous books include Eye to Eye Women.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: New Internationalist; 1 edition (October 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1904456642
• ISBN-13: 978-1904456643
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #901,183 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #87 in Books > Gay & Lesbian > Nonfiction > Bisexuality

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling and Fun, October 21, 2009

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Eve Aruguete "bellsren" (la, ca, usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The No-Nonsense Guide to Sexual Diversity (No-Nonsense Guides) (Paperback)

I found this to be a really fun book that "broke it down" quick. From ancient history of the Indian hijas to Oscar Wilde to 19th century Chinese vegetarian sisterhoods. So cool how it doesn't ignore any of the letters in lgbt! Summarized descriptions from ancient to modern persecution in most world cultures. Since they don't teach this history in schools it's a great way to come up to speed. Also I can't emphasize more how fun this book is to read. It's a very enjoyable way to learn the basic history and struggle of queer people worldwide.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Overview of Sexual Diversity, January 30, 2008

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Coral E. Hackler - See all my reviews
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I was suggested this book for a study abroad program on gender and sexuality. This book gives a quick overview of the history of sexual diversit. The great thing about this book is that it tries to cover as much of the world's cultures throughout history and takes into consideration different cultral views. If you are wanting to start understanding gender and diversity pick this book up!