The Boundaries of Desire: A Century of Bad Laws, Good Sex and Changing Identities

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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.