American Hookup: The New Culture of Sex on Campus

The hookup culture in college is explored in Lisa Wade's book American Hookup, providing insights for parents, educators, and students. It reveals a complex emotional landscape marked by unequal pleasures, competition for status, and sexual violence.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 304 pages
\n Publication date: 03 April 2018
\n Publisher: WW Norton & Co
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The hookup has become an integral part of college life, but the often-told tale of a drunken encounter only scratches the surface of this complex phenomenon. Lisa Wade provides the definitive account of this new sexual culture, revealing that the truth is both more heartening and disturbing than initially imagined. In her book, Wade delves into the historical context of sexuality, the evolution of higher education, and the ongoing feminist revolution, placing hookup culture within these broader frameworks. Through extensive research, she maps out a challenging emotional landscape characterized by unequal pleasures, competition for status, and sexual violence. Written in an accessible and open-minded manner, compassionate and honest, American Hookup offers invaluable insights for parents, educators, and students alike. It provides a comprehensive exploration of where we are and how we arrived at this point, raising important questions about where we should go from here. By shedding light on the complexities of hookup culture, Wade encourages readers to consider the impact of this phenomenon on individuals and society as a whole.

\n Weight: 246g\n
Dimension: 139 x 208 x 27 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780393355536\n \n