This collection of essays spans ten years (1984-1994) of theoretical and activist work on prostitution. Hypocrisies and mystifications attached to prostitution are closely examined in an attempt to reveal their underlying political logic. What are the realities of sex work and what exactly do laws outlaw, tolerate and / or require? Most centrally, what does sex work mean to women and how does it illustrate the balance of power between women and men? Together these essays elaborate a critique of the categories 'prostitute' and 'prostitution' as constructed both in scientific research and in international policy-making. That critique touches especially the stigma attached to being a 'whore' as an official and traditional mechanism of social control.
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By Penny (New York) - See all my reviews
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Gail Pheterson's book should be the first port of call for those seriously interested in understanding the nature of sex work, 'trafficking in women' and human rights. The Prostitution Prism covers a wide range of issues including the 'whore stigma' and how it functions, migration, youth and health programs. If you are new to the term sex work and do not understand the first thing about policy relating to the sex industry and sex workers, The Prostitution Prism will give you the information you need in a clear format. If you are an experienced policy analyst or academic, the book will introduce you to new ways of thinking about debates which too often become bogged down by issues of morality and prejudice.The book includes appendices which provide starting points for research (a questionnaire is included) and action (suggested political alliances between lesbians, sex workers, and 'Wives'). The book, in summary, is a testiment to Gail Pheterson's many years of involvement with 'the prostitution prism' as both an academic and an activist. It would look good on your shelf and you'll never be at a loss for scintilating party conversation again.
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