Intimate Injuries (Paperback)

Paperback. Genital modifications have been practiced for thousands of years. While the female form is condemned in the Western world as a serious bodily injury, the removal of the foreskin in boys and men is considered harmless, if not medically beneficial. In her book *Intimate Injuries*, Melanie Klinger examines the diverse aspects and contexts of genital-altering practices. The focus is on the question of whether and to what extent the circumcision of female and male genitals is comparable, and what similarities and differences exist. A comprehensive examination from medical, psychological, sociocultural, and political perspectives. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.