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Synopsis
While many know that Alfred C. Kinsey studied human sexuality, few are aware of the wonderful legacy he left behind in the form of the Kinsey Institute. Founded by in 1947, the Kinsey Institute has been a leading organization in developing an understanding of human sexuality. This book explores the history of the Kinsey Institute, from its founding through to the present day, and in the process demonstrate how the institute has continued to impact our understanding of human sexuality for more than 70 years. Covering the early years of the Institute through the "Sexual Revolution," into the AIDs pandemic of the Reagan era, and on into the "internet hook-up" culture of today, this book illuminates the Institute s work and its importance to society. With over 65 images illustrating the history of this important center, the book with will be a great addition to anyone s collection.
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Synopsis
Founded by Alfred C. Kinsey in 1947, the Kinsey Institute has been a leading organization in developing an understanding of human sexuality. In this new book, Judith A. Allen and the contributors look at the work Kinsey started over 70 years ago and how the institute has continued to make an impact on understanding on our culture. Covering the early years of the Institute through the "Sexual Revolution," into the AIDs pandemic of the Reagan era, and on into the "internet hook-up" culture of today, the book illuminates the Institute's work and its importance to society. With over 65 images of Kinsey and the Institute's collections, the book will be a great foundation text from which to create a collection.
Synopsis
Founded by Alfred C. Kinsey in 1947, the Kinsey Institute has been a leading organization in developing an understanding of human sexuality. In this new book with over 65 images of Kinsey and the Institute's collections, Judith A. Allen and the coauthors look at the work Kinsey started over 70 years ago and how the Institute has continued to make an impact on understanding on our culture. Covering the early years of the Institute through the Sexual Revolution, into the AIDs pandemic of the Reagan era, and on into the internet hook-up culture of today, the book illuminates the Institute's work and its importance to society.