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Book Synopsis: 2023 Honorable Mention for Outstanding Book Award from the Society for the Study of Social Problems Despite rising attention to sexual assault and sexual violence, queer men have been largely excluded from the discussion. Violent Differences is the first book of its kind to focus specifically on queer male survivors and to devote particular attention to Black queer men. Whereas previous scholarship on male survivors has emphasized the role of masculinity, Doug Meyer shows that race and sexuality should be regarded as equally foundational as gender. Instead of analyzing sexual assault against queer men in the abstract, this book draws attention to survivors’ lived experiences. Meyer examines interview data from sixty queer men who have suffered sexual assault, highlighting their interactions with the police and their encounters with victim blaming. Violent Differences expands approaches to studying sexual assault by considering a new group of survivors and by revealing that race, gender, and sexuality all remain essential for understanding how this violence is experienced.
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Discover the groundbreaking book that is shaking up the conversation around sexual assault and sexual violence. Introducing Violent Differences: The Importance of Race in Sexual Assault against Queer Men, the recipient of the 2023 Honorable Mention for Outstanding Book Award from the prestigious Society for the Study of Social Problems. Don't miss out on an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of queer male survivors in this thought-provoking exploration.
While sexual assault has gained increasing attention, the experiences of queer men have largely been overlooked. Violent Differences sets out to change that, focusing specifically on the stories and struggles of queer male survivors, with a unique emphasis on the experiences of Black queer men. Through meticulous research and data analysis, author Doug Meyer dismantles the notion that masculinity alone is the sole factor in sexual assault. He uncovers the crucial role race and sexuality play in understanding this pervasive violence.
This book doesn't stop at abstract theories or academic jargon; it delves into the real-life experiences of survivors. Meyer brings to light the compelling and often neglected stories of sixty queer men who have endured sexual assault. Uncovering their interactions with the police and the trauma of victim blaming, Violent Differences challenges conventional approaches to studying sexual assault.
Expand your knowledge and broaden your perspectives with Violent Differences. By shining a light on a new group of survivors, it reveals the interconnectedness of race, gender, and sexuality in the experience of sexual violence. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of an important conversation that will shape the future of understanding and combating sexual assault.
Ready to delve into the impactful world of Violent Differences? Order your copy now and take the first step towards a more inclusive and informed understanding of sexual assault against queer men.
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