Routledge Theorizing Sexual Violence - Gender and Society Book

Theorizing Sexual Violence, part of the Routledge Research in Gender and Society series, offers a deep academic examination of how sexual violence impacts personhood and autonomy. This volume uses rape, hetero-psychological and physical abuse, trafficking, and harassment as starting points to examine the connections between sex, sexuality, and violence. While sexual violence is a heavily researched phenomenon, this book addresses the need for better theoretical frameworks. The authors explore how women's sexual suffering is perpetuated through various social structures. By utilizing anti-essentialist views regarding gender identity, subjectivity, and agency, this work provides a necessary perspective for students and researchers in sociology and anthropology. It serves as a vital resource for those looking to understand the complex relationship between gendered identity and systemic violence.