Archaeologies of Sexuality

by Robert A. Schmidt (Editor), Barbara L. Voss (Editor)

Status, age and gender have long been accepted aspects of archaeological enquiry, yet it is only recently that archaeologists have started seriously to consider the role of sex and sexuality in their studies.
Archaeologies of Sexuality is a timely and pioneering work. It presents a strong, diverse body of scholarship which draws on locations as varied as medieval England, the ancient Maya kingdoms, New Kingdom Egypt, prehistoric Europe, and convict-era Australia, demonstrating the challenges and rewards of integrating the study of sex and sexuality within archaeology.
This volume, with contributions by many leading archaeologists, will serve both as an essential introduction and a valuable reference tool for students and academics.

Genres: Archaeology

320 pages, Hardcover

First published November 7, 2000

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found the case studies in this book fascinating - using archaeological methods and data to discover gender and sexuality in the past. The concepts of 3rd and 4th genders and societies that do not label sexual preferences at all and the implications on our own society are certainly thought provoking.