Eric Berkowitz Books

The book explores the evolving perceptions of sex and reproduction across different cultures and time periods. It highlights how societal norms and values can transform harmless acts into serious offenses depending on the context, such as geography and social class. Through this lens, it examines the complexities and contradictions surrounding human sexuality and the shifting moral landscapes that influence our understanding of these intimate acts.

The book explores the impact of speech restrictions on culture, highlighting how censorship serves as a mechanism for authority to reinforce class and gender inequalities. It delves into historical and contemporary examples, illustrating the ongoing struggle for free expression and the consequences of silencing dissenting voices. Through this analysis, it reveals the intricate relationship between power dynamics and the regulation of speech in society.

A fascinating examination on how restricting speech has continuously shaped our culture, and how - regardless of political leanings - every individual can act as both the suppressors and the suppressed.