The Repeal of Reticence

A History of America's Cultural and Legal Struggles Over Free Speech, Obscenity, Sexual Liberation, and Modern Art

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• Rochelle Gurstein

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• 372 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Sachliteratur

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Exploring the erosion of societal norms and the concept of gentility in America, the book examines pivotal cultural and legal milestones, including the advocacy for birth control and landmark obscenity cases. Rochelle Gurstein critiques the triumphs of free speech and their implications for privacy, intertwining legal debates with cultural commentary. This work serves as a thought-provoking reflection on the consequences of unrestrained expression in modern society, highlighting the tension between freedom and the sacredness of personal boundaries.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1998
• Einband: Paperback