ISBN:
9781324007241
Language:
English
Pages:
xiii, 303 Seiten
,
Illustrationen
,
24 cm
Edition:
First edition
DDC:
306.76092
Keywords:
Hirschfeld, Magnus / 1868-1935
;
Institut für Sexualwissenschaft
;
Sexologists / Germany / Biography
;
LGBT activism
;
Gender identity
;
Sexual minorities
;
Biography
Abstract:
The Einstein of Sex revives the legacy of Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld, a pioneering sexologist who championed LGBTQ+ rights, challenged gender and racial binaries, and faced persecution by the Nazis. Journalist Daniel Brook traces Hirschfeld's groundbreaking work and global journey, highlighting his enduring relevance in today's struggles for identity and equality
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-285) and index
