Merck uses a "kaleidoscopic" approach, blending psychoanalysis and contemporary theory to examine how sexuality is often shifted onto the human face. Key studies within the collection include:
: The text draws surprising links between seemingly unrelated topics, such as: In Your Face: 9 Sexual Studies (Sexual Cultures...
Mandy Merck’s (2000) is a provocative exploration of how sex and sexuality are represented—and often displaced—within modern media, art, and high-profile scandals. Part of the Sexual Cultures series from NYU Press , the book argues that even in a culture saturated with "sexy" imagery, the actual representation of sex remains an aggressive, confrontational act. Core Themes and Essays Core Themes and Essays : The book’s introduction
: The book’s introduction analyzes the public debate surrounding Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky, focusing on how the definitions of "sex" and "sexual relations" became legally and culturally blurred. The role of dogs in anti-pornography propaganda
The gendering of "wild" versus "tame" behaviors during the . Key Conclusions
The relationship between and historical perceptions of prostitution. The role of dogs in anti-pornography propaganda.