Synopses & Reviews
Scholars from around the world have contributed to the first major reference book to be published describing female prostitution as an international phenomenon. Experts survey and analyze the historical background, current problems and policies, and future possible directions in 16 representative countries. Reference lists, as well as an index, make the volume easily accessible to researchers in a variety of disciplines.
Synopsis
This is the first major reference describing female prostitution in 16 representative countries around the world.
Synopsis
Scholars from around the world have contributed to the first major reference book to be published describing female prostitution as an international phenomenon. Experts survey and analyze the historical background, current problems and policies, and future possible directions in 16 representative countries. Reference lists, as well as an index, make the volume easily accessible to researchers in a variety of disciplines.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [373]-378) and indexes.
About the Author
NANETTE J. DAVIS is a Professor of Sociology at Portland State University, Oregon.
Table of Contents
Australia
Brazil
Canada
China
England
Germany
Italy
Japan
Netherlands
Norway
Portugal
Singapore
Taiwan
United States
Vietnam
Yugoslavia
Index
Selected Bibliography