The Purity Myth

The Purity Myth How America's Obsession With Virginity Is Hurting Young Women

Hardback (24 Mar 2009)

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Publisher's Synopsis

The United States is obsessed with virginity - from the media to schools to government agencies. This panic is ensuring that young women's ability to be moral agents is absolutely dependent on their sexuality. This book addresses this poignant issue. It argues that the country's intense focus on chastity is extremely damaging to young women.

Book information

ISBN: 9781580052535
Publisher: Da Capo Books
Imprint: Seal Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 306.730973
DEWEY edition: 22
Number of pages: 262
Weight: 454g
Height: 229mm
Width: 153mm
Spine width: 25mm