Sexuality and the Unnatural in Colonial Latin America

Discover the intriguing exploration of illicit and alternative sexualities in Zeb Tortorici's insightful book, Sexuality and the Unnatural in Colonial Latin America. Published by the University of California Press in 2016, this hardback edition spans 256 pages and invites readers into the complex realm of colonial Latin America's sexual history.

This authoritative work gathers a diverse group of scholars to investigate how certain sexual acts and desires were labeled as "unnatural," leading to their classification as criminal and sinful. Tortorici delves into the religious and legal aspects surrounding sexuality, illuminating the ways in which societal norms shaped personal lives in the early national periods of Latin America.

This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of sex, law, and culture within historical contexts. Whether you're a scholar, student, or simply a curious reader, this title promises to deepen your understanding of a pivotal yet often overlooked era in Latin American history.