Public Sex in a Latin Society
Publisher: Haworth Hispanic/Latino Press
Published: November 1999
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 190
ISBN-13: 9781560239857
Subjects: Gay studies (Gay men); Sexual behaviour; Sexual behavior; Homosexuality, Male; Homosexuality; Psychology Of Homosexuality; Psychology; Gender Studies; Public spaces; Sociology; Human Sexuality; Gay Studies; Gay men; Costa Rica; Health aspects
First sentence: According to Michel Foucault, history has no predetermined course, nor is there any evidence to suggest that knowledge and experience are cumulative, or that changes take place as a result of scientific progress.
Description: "Public Sex in a Latin Society is one of the first books to explore the lives of people who look for sex in public places in Latin America and the dangers involved - from murder to HIV infection. The book examines why many gay men frequent public sex places, such as parks, bathhouses, saunas, and movie theaters, and also explores the unique culture surrounding sex in these places.

This informative book examines the dangers of violence, murder, and HIV contraction and how community organizations are trying to address these issues. Containing interviews with police officials, murderers, and the sex workers themselves, this in-depth study discusses data on assault and crime to provide you with information on how individuals can stay safe while seeking sex in public places."--BOOK JACKET.