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The Purity Myth: How America's Obsession with Virginity Is Hurting Young Women
The Purity Myth How America's Obsession with Virginity Is Hurting Young Women
Author: Jessica Valenti
The United States is obsessed with virginity — from the media to schools to government agencies. In The Purity Myth Jessica Valenti argues that the country’s intense focus on chastity is damaging to young women. Through in-depth cultural and social analysis, Valenti reveals that powerful messaging on both extremes — ranging fro...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781580052535
ISBN-10: 1580052533
Publication Date: 5/1/2009
Pages: 300
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Publisher: Seal Press
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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