Language, Sexualities and Desires

Cross-Cultural Perspectives

Sakis Kyratzis author H Sauntson editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Palgrave Macmillan

Published:1st Jan '07

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This insightful book explores how language influences the construction of sexual identities and relationships within various cultural contexts, focusing on Language, Sexualities and Desires.

In Language, Sexualities and Desires, the intricate relationship between language and sexual identity is explored through a multifaceted lens. The book delves into how sexualities are perceived, constructed, and represented across various languages and cultures. It highlights the significant role that linguistic features play in shaping individuals' sexual identities and relationships, demonstrating that language is not merely a tool for communication but also a powerful medium for self-expression and identity formation.

The volume further examines how membership in specific social groups, influenced by sexual and lifestyle choices, can be signaled through language. By analyzing different linguistic practices, the authors provide insights into the ways individuals navigate their sexual identities within diverse cultural contexts. This exploration reveals the complexity of sexual identities, illustrating how they are constructed and understood differently depending on linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

Overall, Language, Sexualities and Desires offers a comprehensive examination of the interplay between language and sexuality. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in linguistics, gender studies, and cultural studies, encouraging readers to reflect on the profound ways language shapes our understanding of desire and identity.

ISBN: 9781349516605

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248 pages

1st ed. 2007