Taming Passion for the Public Good: Policing Sex in the Early Republic by Mark E. Kann

Product Description

Discover a riveting exploration of the early republic's approach to policing sex in the highly acclaimed book, 'Taming Passion for the Public Good: Policing Sex in the Early Republic' by Mark E. Kann.

Key Features:

• Author: Mark E. Kann
• Genre: History
• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Penn State University Press
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9780271021954
• ISBN-13: 978-0271021954

Description:

In 'Taming Passion for the Public Good: Policing Sex in the Early Republic,' Mark E. Kann delves into the fascinating history of the American Revolution's rhetoric of classical liberalism and how the founding generation had reservations about granting extensive liberty to ordinary citizens. This thought-provoking book challenges the common perception of the early republic's approach to sex laws and unravels the complexities of their moral and social regulations.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable insights into the early republic's approach to policing sex
• Deepen your understanding of the tensions between liberty and social regulation
• Explore the nuanced history of the American Revolution's ideals and their implementation
• Delve into the intersections of law, morality, and sexuality in the early days of the United States
• Uncover lesser-known aspects of the founding generation's perspectives on sex and public good