Teela Sanders Livres

Providing one of the first comprehensive, cross cultural examinations of the dynamic market for sexual services, this book presents an evidence-based look at the multiple factors related to purchasing patterns and demand among clients who have used the internet. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction: Understanding Sexual Consumption; 1. Knowledge About Consumers; 2. Law, Policy and Politics in the UK and US; 3. Advertising and Avenues of Access to Paying for Sex; 4. Who Are Clients and How Do They Buy? Purchasing Patterns, Customer; 5. Beyond Middle-Aged, Straight, White Guys: Purchasing Patterns in Smaller Markets; 6. Sex Without Touch - Consumers of the Webcam Market; 7. Responsible Consumption? Client Attitudes, Self Regulation and Risks in an Underground Environment; 8. Conclusions: Market Diversity in a Digital Age; Appendix: Methodology.

Focusing on the regulation and working conditions of erotic dancers, this book explores the significant role of striptease and lap dancing within the UK's sex industry. Authors Teela Sanders and Kate Hardy shift the conversation from the dynamics between dancers and customers to the broader implications of gender, work, and sexuality. By analyzing contemporary debates surrounding these themes, the book offers a critical perspective on the complexities of the industry and the experiences of those within it.

Covers the process of accessing, undertaking and completing doctoral research in the social sciences and the humanities. This book discusses the less recognised personal, emotional and organisational demands of independent study. It examines the dilemmas and complexities of postgraduate study.

The book provides a comprehensive examination of the sex industry, focusing specifically on the off-street sector in Britain. It offers an empirical study that delves into the inner workings of this often-hidden world, highlighting the complexities and realities faced by those involved. Through detailed accounts and research, it sheds light on the social, economic, and legal aspects of the industry, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of sex work in contemporary society.

Exploring the sociological and psychological dynamics, this book delves into the motivations behind men's engagement in commercial sex within the context of late modern sexual culture. Utilizing original empirical data from interviews with men who buy sex, it examines the normalization of what is often perceived as 'deviant' behavior, shedding light on how these experiences integrate into their daily lives and reflect broader societal transformations.

Focusing on the treatment of crimes against sex workers, the book explores the adoption of a hate crime framework in England. It highlights the operational benefits and support for victims that this approach can provide, arguing that it complements, rather than replaces, the decriminalization of sex work. Additionally, the authors assess the broader implications of hate crime policy, discussing its relevance and challenges while advocating for an expanded understanding of hate crimes to include more marginalized groups.

"Internet Sex Work" delves into the impact of digital technologies on the UK sex industry, examining the practices, safety, and regulation of sex workers. It highlights how they utilize the internet for marketing and safety strategies while addressing new crime forms and policing. A valuable resource for social science students and scholars.