Title: Out in public
Description: Out in Public addresses, and engages us in, the new and exciting directions in the emerging field of lesbian/gay anthropology. The authors offer a deep conversation about the meaning of sexuality, subjectivity and culture.

This book affirms the importance of recognizing gay and lesbian social issues within the arena of public anthropology; explores critical concerns of gay activism in a variety of global settings, from the U.S., the European Union, Singapore, Nigeria, India, Nicaragua, and Guadalajara; offers a unique focus on the politics of being gay and lesbian - in cross-cultural perspective; and deals with broad-ranging issues that affect human sexuality and human rights globally. 

Winner of the 2009 Ruth Benedict Prize in the category of "Best Anthology"
Subjects: Gays, Social life and customs, Homosexuality, Gay and lesbian studies, Lesbians, Globalization, Gays, social life and customs, LGBTQ anthropology, Ruth Benedict Prize