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A glance here, a flirtation there, a moment of misunderstanding. Have the new rules of feminist politics gone too far? Since Katie Riophe's book The Morning After helped spark a national debate over the politics of date rape, the media has focused on controversial sexual behavior of all kinds. Proponents of what has come to be called sexual correctness contend that we live in a culture where date rape, pornography, and sexual harassment are simply facts of life that demand a new sexual standard. Opponents argue that these claims are born out of a victim mentality they see as pervasive in the modern feminist movement that threatens to rob women of the gains of sexual freedom. As the successfull Dell title Debating PC did in 1992, Debating Sexual Correctness brings together some of the best known and most important voices in this debate. From the editorial pages of magazines as diverse as The New Republic and Glamour, The New York Times and Playboy, the country's most thoughtful social critics define or debunk this very controversial notion of sexual correctness. Katie Roiphe, Camille Paglia, Naomi Wolf, Andrea Dworkin, Catherine MacKinnon, and Susan Faludi are only a few of the writers in this provocative anthology that looks at a highly charged debate that has encompassed a nation.
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The classic book that broke new ground by thoroughly reporting on the widespread problem of date and acquaintance rape has now been completely updated to include recent studies, issues, current events, and controversies.
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A must read for everyone.......2007-07-08
I cannot begin to explain how important this book is to read. Although it is fairly old, the statistics are still relevant and the topics need to be looked at and discussed. Rape is still a some what "hush hush" problem because it's a difficult topic to discuss. Aquaintance rape is misunderstood, or not understood at all which is why I loved this book. It explains all the many different types of aquaintance rape from that one date guy who rapes the girl to the case of a husband who rapes his wife. Just because a woman (or man) is dating someone, it does not give the significant other the right to rape them. Just because the victim knew their attacker doesn't make it less of a rape. I HIGHLY recommend this book to EVERYONE. Men and women alike, as well as rape victims/survivors. It has a section on how loved ones can help someone who has been raped as well as people who have just been raped. I really like this report/book and it is a short read so there really is no excuse not to pick it up and read it.
This book is very helpful.......2007-01-12
Having looked at numberous books on the subject of rape and how to react if you or a loved one is raped, I have determined this to be the best book. When I went to the library, the other books there talked about the aftermath of rape, especially discussing long-term affects.
This book discusses important, timely issues. It shows you that you are not alone and that you are not to blame.
I wish this book was required reading. It taught me, and would teach others, many important things we need to know.
READ THIS!!!.......2005-12-14
This is a book that should be read by everyone who is in college, teaches at a college, is a college administrator, and parents of college students. It is incredibly informative and is a real eye-opener. Please, remember that this book was written over 10 years ago. It is somewhat dated, but still pertains to the problem to acquaintance rape today. Read this and take the information in. People need to realize the prevalence of rape on campuses and between acquaintances. Should be read by everyone so that myths can be abolished and people can truly see acquaintance rape for what it is-- RAPE and, subsequently, a crime punishable by prison.
Important But Flawed.......2005-07-21
This book deals with an important, sensitive message, but it is too narrowed. Sadly, a victimizer today can be anyone. I was raped in my second year of college by an upper classmate--another woman.
We were both drunk and I had passed out. Incidentally I am neither gay nor bi. I thought we were just friends. When I awoke, I found her on top of me, my blouce and pants undone and her holding me down. I had awoken to her penetrating me with her fingers and at first had no idea of what was happening, or if I was even dreaming. When it became obvious to me what was happening, she held me down and tried to muffle my protests with her hand and began to vigorously and violently thrust in and out of me hushing me and whispering that I should just relax and would like it and what "good things" she could show me if I let her.
I began to cry and scream and that was when she finally let go of me. Even while I was dressing, trembling, she seemed genuinely confused as to why I was so upset.
That day forever changed my life and I am still dealing with the after effects of that trauma. What is most upsetting to me is some people think that women do not rape, or that this wasn't rape, or even question "how" another woman can rape.
Rape is simply a violation of another person's physical, psychological, and emotional being. It doesn't matter who does it or if a penis is used. I *was* raped.
I have heard many similar stories by other women since, especially of sororities, which truly sexually abuse new pledges. As far as I know there is no real recognition of this phenomena, which only seems to fuel a sick girl-on-girl sexual fantasy in society.
Robin Warshaw, sadly, only sees rapes as when a man does it to only a woman and only in the context of penile-vaginal intercourse. Rape is a much more broader phenomena.
It is important for young people to be on guard and aware of the dangers of rape and also no that the moment they engage in sex with anyone without their consent or then not knowing it--in any shape or form--they themselves are committing rape, regardless of gender or the means of sexual stimulation.
Wish I had read it before............2005-07-06
This is a must-read for all women and men too! Rape does not happen in dark alleys by strangers in trenchcoats! As a survivor of sexual assault by a "friend", I could relate to this book. I wish I had read it before I was assaulted, then I would have been more prepared for the aftermath!
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This unique handbook educates readers in how drugs are used as weapons in committing sexual assaults. It is designed for everyone involved in the investigation of these crimes including forensic scientists, law enforcement officers, lawyers, toxicologists, and medical professionals.
Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault looks at the history of these crimes over the years and includes an in-depth discussion of the drugs and drug classes in use today. It describes the effects of these drugs on the victims, the type of person who uses drugs to sexually assault an individual, and obstacles to investigating the suspect. The authors show how to properly collect and analyze evidence, overcome some of the unique difficulties encountered in these types of investigations, and work with other professionals to prosecute these cases successfully.
* Ideal for everyone involved in the investigation of these crimes, including forensic scientists, police officers, lawyers, toxicologists and medical professionals
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The Date Rape Prevention Book is a proactive source of information essential for girls and women to safeguard themselves. Being armed with information is a woman's best defense. These pages look at when and where date rape happens, what turns an ordinary man into a rapist and the three ingredients in most acquaintance rapes. In non-judgmental terms, the book explores the roles of drugs and alcohol, tells women what to do if they are confronted and provides communication techniques and physical maneuvers that do not require martial arts training to help women escape an escalating situation.
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Wrong targets.........2007-03-03
Common sense is always beneficial in prevention, however addressing women with details about what to do to avoid an assault is neither appropriate nor relevant. Or perhaps the author has just used the wrong title? This is not a prevention book. One does not prevent sexual assault by addressing potential victims. The victims are not the ones committing the assault. Only one chapter is directed at men. When men are doing 97% of the reported sexual assaults, any book addressing rape prevention needs to have one chapter dedicated to potential victims/survivors and the rest directed at men.
If you are looking for a true prevention book look for one that discusses how men are socialized to make sexual conquests and dehumanize women. Look for the book that has the tagline of "Essential Guide for Boys and Men." Look for one that supports and encourages men to step outside of the rape culture they grow up in. It isn't enough to tell these men that sexually assaulting is wrong, but we need to give books and discussions that explain why one wouldn't want to sexually assault someone, and then give examples of good communication and how to have healthy relationships to back up that education. Most men don't want to sexually assault anyone. They just need respectful dialoge with an individual, in person or an author, who understands the situation they are in of not wanting to sexually assault while living in a culture that encourages them to do so- and how that situation leaves these boys and men without tools to effectively navigate outside of our pro-rape cultural climate.
Any book addressing rape prevention needs to target potential assailants, not potential victims. Even if one does not intend to victim blame, listing common sense in women as prevention is pointing in that blaming direction. Like I said before, common sense is a great thing to have in protecting yourself, but books about sexual assault prevention should have nothing to do with survivors (potential or actualized), and everything to do with the young men who need the information.
Bottom line: If you're looking for a book on how to prevent sexual assault, do not look here.
Worth a read.......2002-08-27
Educating young men and women about date rape is an essential part of a civilized society. Teaching young girls about rape, and how to reduce their chances based on observance, facts, and self-defense is crucial. Therefore, buying this book for teenage girls is a good idea.
This is not to say the author is blaming the victim... but rather that a person is able to empower themselves to learn more about this epidemic crime that is hardly ever reported or prosecuted, and learn how to assess a situation where normally she would suppress her radar in order to appear agreeable.
The idea of knowing more about this crime as he outlines in this book, and arming yourself with basic self-defense techniques (both verbal and physical) could especially be helpful in a date-rape situation where the case is normally that the victim knows the attacker.
A common sense guide to staying safe.......2002-01-24
This is an emminently sensible and easy to read guide to avoiding date rape. I can't agree with everything in it but the basic idea that the reader needs to take responsibility for saving her own life impressed me.
Kimberley Lindsay Wilson, author of 11 Things Mama Should Have Told You About Men.
A Response.......2002-01-20
The attitude that makes a book like this possible is one root of the world's sickness that results in a woman being raped every two minutes. The underlying attitude is one that accepts rape and views it as a women's problem.
While there are things women can do to prevent rape, a focus on women detracts attention from the need for ALL SECTORS of society, and perhaps most importantly men, to change their attitudes and behavior. This book is in the "self help" section and explicitly directed (by the subtitle) toward women, yet are women really the ones that need help, that need to change themselves? If your response is yes, then you are part of the culture that blames women for rape. The book has one whole chapter directed at what men need to do to change, but doesn't that seem quite disproportionate?
If you'd like to learn more about what REALLY needs to be done to keep rape from happening, pick up Transforming A Rape Culture. Appropriate for women AND men readers, it's a book that _will_ deliver on promises to enlighten you about the phenomenon of rape.
Essential Information for Avoiding Danger from Acquaintances.......2001-03-23
This book contains the essential information that women and girls need to know about the high risk of being physically threatened and sexually assaulted by a "respectable" person they know. The book does a great job of describing the circumstances under which rape is likely to occur, and what women and men are thinking and doing tht encourages this awful event. I especially liked the way that he redefined rape into "a partial murder." I encourage every female and their parents and friends to read and practice what is contained in this book.
Almost all rape occurs between two people who know one another. So while most women would be careful around strangers, late at night, and while alone, paradoxically that's when they are actually safest from being raped. The most likely rapist is an intelligent, successful white middle class male who has screwy ideas about women. These ideas probably include the fact that if he becomes aroused, he believes it's his right to force sex on the woman no matter what she says. In interviews, fraternity males reported that they only took a woman seriously after she said "no" more than thirty times. If you are in fear for your life, are you really going to be that persistent?
The book is filled with good advice on how to spot one of these mixed-up males. I was interested to learn that many men who have committed rape don't think that they have. That's how serious this problem is.
Women need to be more careful than ever around acquaintances. Easy availability of indiscernable drugs that can cause a woman to pass out means that women need to pour their own drinks (even if they are water) and keep an eye on them. Almost all of the rapes by acquaintances also involve use of alcohol or drugs.
The book also explores the problems of recovering from a rape, dealing with stalkers, and avoiding domestic violence.
An excellent final chapter speaks directly to men, and challenges the assumptions that some men use to justify rape.
The only part of the book that I did not like was a section on how to fight back. It has a list of some pretty gruesome things to do. I thought that this list would discourage women from using these methods, rather than encouraging them. They basically encourage permanently maiming the male in horrible ways. I suggest a self-defense course instead that focuses on developing habits of how to react under the circumstances. My wife and older daughter have both done this, and found it provides more confidence.
If you are like me, you will find it chilling to read the cases of successful, handsome men who could attract all the female sexual interest they could handle . . . who raped women anyway. Rape is usually about power rather than sex.
The really scary statistics in this book relate to the fact that only 5 percent of acquaintance rapes are being reported. Apparently, men who rape and get away with it will rape again, and again, and again. The book reports that one woman in three will have this horrible experience at least once, a waking nightmare made worse by the fact that she knows the rapist.
If we had a disease this serious, we would be spending billions to stop it. It's time that we get serious about preventing rape! Yet recovering from rape is much worse than recovering from most surgeries.
I suggest that you take this opportunity to think of other ways that acquaintances can create problems. Some people prey financially on those they know. Others steal. Still others poison relationships on purpose to their own advantage. Think about it . . . and act from an appropriate wariness.
Enjoy life, by pursuing caution!
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She certainly did her homework.......2005-05-20
However, I feel that this is still an incomplete book. You see I'm looking at this from a guy's point of view. After all I am one, so alot of this I do need to be reminded of alot; you see I do have the attitude that dating is a "You scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" proposition. Meaning that when I was dating the woman who became my wife we were rather affectionate in the beginning, and then after awhile it almost stopped. I began to get resentful as I felt like I was killing myself to keep her happy, and I was getting butkis. Things that she felt like she was doing for me weren't actually doing me any favors because it wasn't something I wanted, and I felt like it was a "Take what I'm giving you, or leave it attitude", so believe me it was a miracle we did get married, and carried it through until her death in 2003. No I didn't kill her; she died from a heart condition that she had when she was born, and no one in her family knew that. Anyway back to the point; I still shouldn't have pressured her into doing the heavy petting, outercourse, or what have you because it was what I wanted to do. Winkler does make one interesting point here where she tells guys "Not to take the fact that the girl you're with is rejecting you because she doesn't want sex." This is where I feel it's incomplete. You see there's no lines here that a girl can use to keep her boyfriend's spirits high when she says no to sex, or sexual behavior. It's something that is not practiced much if at all in relationship books. Sometimes a girl may not know what to say to help her man stay calm, and reassure him that she's not rejecting him because she doesn't want to have sex. In the great sexual awakening where girls are trying to assert themselves in a sexual world they're being told how to avoid a date rape scenario, but what about the man, or boy? Yes I agree that guys who have the moral that they shouldn't treat a woman, or a girl like a piece of meat hang with ones who feel they should. However, it still doesn't take away the fact that a man will feel a bit of rejection here, and while it's good for a guy to have a number handy of a person they can trust to help them through the rejection, but still it's going to make things awkward for the guy, and no matter how much we tell him not to take it personal it's about as useless as spitting in the wind. Now that we're teaching girls to protect themselves we also need to teach them to help a man feel better about themselves without consenting to sex that they don't want. This will also probably help a guy to rethink his attitudes about dating where he may also be under the "Well who paid for all this on our date, now let me come on you." into "You know I understand, and appreciate the fact that you don't want sex now, and to be honest I still have those feelings for you, and I don't want to lose you." We as boys and girls and men and women both need to change our attitudes about dating, and realize that the one we reject, or rape now may very well have been the best thing for us.
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Acquaintance and Date Rape: An Annotated Bibliography (Bibliographies and Indexes in Women's Studies)
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This annotated bibliography reviews scholarly work on acquaintance and date rape published in recent years. Acquaintance rape research has grown significantly since the mid-1980s, and it is often argued that acquaintance rape is a common occurrence, especially on college campuses. It is also argued that this type of sexual assault is very different from stranger rape, principally because of the socially defined and accepted nature of the relationship between the victim and the perpetrator. Works specifically on acquaintance or date rape are included, as well as earlier works that led to the emergence of the separate conceptual category of acquaintance rape. Each work is summarized, and the annotation includes a statement of the purpose, the method, and the major findings of the work. Separate chapters are devoted to the incidence of acquaintance rape; its social correlates; and its causes, effects, treatment, and prevention.
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Busting my a makes me feel good.
Bulletproof, that's how Jenna Kassarian sees herself. It's all about control: As long as she works hard, nothing can hurt her. So Jenna constantly pushes -- for perfect grades, the ideal boyfriend, the best, best friend.
The only problem is, she doesn't know if she can stop. If she relaxes even for a second, she's afraid she'll lose control completely.
Then Jenna decides it's now or never. She goes to a party and has one drink. But one drink is all it takes for her perfect facade to shatter. Suddenly she realizes straight A's can't protect you in the real world.
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Good read.......2007-05-02
Another good read for teens and adults alike.
The story of a girl trying to figure out her place in life - while trying to hold on to her ideals and her ideas of how she should be.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I knew what the 'punch' line would be and kept expecting it earlier in the book. I think more could have been made of the incident. Unfortunately, it arrives towards the late part of the book and I felt as though the impact of the actions taken were kind of hurried over. I would have liked to have seen the author and the character focus more on the incident.
Still, a good read. It was refreshing to read about a teen who was not ready to compromise on her ideals.
Good buy.
Not exciting but a Good read.......2007-04-27
When beginning this novel I was excited considering it was written by Niki Burnham. After a while I began to wonder when the excitement was to going to begin. For a bit it just seemed to drag on but once the ending came it all made sense. I thank Niki Burnham on writing this novel. I think it has a very important message with it. I encourage all girls to give this book a read. See what you get out of it.
Spectacular, yet Explicit.......2007-02-23
This book is definitely a great book for older teenagers, or young adults who want to be entertained and read a nice romance novel, however they should be warned, or their parents, that there are explicit descriptions of sexual activities and sexual inuendos.
Courtesy of Teens Read Too.......2006-12-23
Jenna Kassarian strives to have everything in her life exactly how she wants it--perfect. She has the perfect boyfriend, the perfect friend, and the perfect grades that got her into the top college of her choice. Jenna enjoys working hard because, in the end, it actually pays off. Now that everything seems to be going her way, and it's her last year of high school, all she wants to do, well, actually all her boyfriend wants her to do, is relax and enjoy life. Unfortunately for Jenna, relaxing just isn't in her vocabulary.
So now Jenna is trying her best to let go and have fun. That's not at all possible if what she has worked for has started to change. Her best friend is beginning to act weird and her boyfriend is pressuring her even more for their "first time". Along with that, it seems like her best friend is keeping something from her, something that just might have to do with Jenna's boyfriend.
But all Jenna needs to do is fix the problems around her. Change everything back to the way things were before. Easy, right? Well, when Jenna finally decides to let loose for once, things start to tumble around her and the people that she thought she knew turn out to be her downfall.
Different from all her other works, Niki Burnham's novel STICKY FINGERS has a message that the reader won't know about until the very end. STICKY FINGERS is a novel that everyone should read and take into consideration. Even though the novel is fictional, the ending is the truth and could happen to anyone.
Reviewed by: Randstostipher "tallnlankyrn" Nguyen
How Sticky Are Your Fingers?.......2006-07-09
This book was ok. I liked the book but did not love it. The begining of the book was very slow but picked up towards the middle. The ending of this book was very good and very surprising! It had a very good ending twist. I love how it dealt with real issues that many people face everyday. Niki Burnham did a great job of writing about Jenna's life. I enjoyed this book but it took me a while to get through it because of the slow start.
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Best humor book I've ever read.......2002-03-31
The story about the bathroom and the little dog kept me laughing for days. Every story in this book is hysterical. Buy a copy for yourself and 100 more for your friends because they won't believe how terrific it is.
It Will Have You In Stitches!.......2001-03-11
One funny dating story after another. The stories further illustrate how communication is key to a successful date let alone a promising relationship. Written very well, darn near every story will have you craving for more. Very good for those nights when your time is your own.
Dates from Hell/ The funniest book.......2000-09-24
I have recently divorced after 20+ years of marriage. This book lists the funniest accounts of horrible dates--some of which I think I too have met. I could not stop laughing.
IT'S OKAY BUT IT LACKS THE INTEREST A READER LOOKS FOR........1999-06-25
I WAS NOT IMPRESS WITH IT. NEEDS A LITTLE MORE SPICE SO WE CAN FEEL THE FLAVOR.
Good for those nights alone.......1998-03-13
If you're a fan of the anecdote as proof of concept, this book will regale you with numerous tales of how hazardous "dating" can be. The authors claim all the stories are true. Well, they must be because I don't think I could imagine any more awkward, dangerous, or absurd situations. If hearing about other people's woes helps you get back in the saddle, this book is for you. Check out the sequel too...similar comments apply.
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In this new collection of fictions-a handful of small tales and two novellas-Michael Hemmingson retains his notorious status as the subversive prince of the avant-pop; or, as stated in The American Book Review, "one of the reckless youths of a quick and dirty literature." Sex, drugs, Raymond Carver's ghost, Barbie dolls loving GI Joe dolls, the pure vaginas of French girls, the un-pure vagina of Kathy Acker, crack whores, nutty neighbors, scatological girlfriends, iniquitous fiends, Jesus freaks, pornographers, pushers, movers, shakers and winning lottery tickets are just some of the topics found in this unique book that is certain to titillate and aggravate the finest minds of the 21st Century.
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Here's one collection that definitely pushes the envelope!.......2006-08-04
"Whoa, man. What have I gotten myself into?" -- That's the question you'll be asking yourself when you're halfway through reading this book.
Chuck Palahniuk, Bret Easton Ellis, Charles Bukowski? That's old school.
I never heard of this author, even though he's apparently written around 40 books (mostly subversive erotica). This collection contains some truly perverse stuff. And Hemmingson definitely takes risks. If you're like me and like to discover new writers, I beg you to take a look at this work. The novella "Crack Hotel" alone is worth the price of the book! It really blew me away. Talk about ballsy. (Small warning: if you're squeamish about scatological stuff, you may have some issue with the material contained here.) But, please, just read "Crack Hotel," which reads like Bukowski on crack. Seriously.
It's time to roll the dice and take a chance with new authors, so I'll be looking up more work by this author.
Brilliant........2006-05-25
This is one of the most original collections of short stories I've ever read, and I've rarely been this excited to discover an author.
Hemmingson's stories are weird, but not superficially and strenuously so. This is not someone straining to be different. The stories have an oddball feel all their own. Like reality running just a second late.
The first section of the book features brief stories which are extremely scatological. Their themes seem to be about indulging in your own proclivities (what others would consider perversions) and finding acceptance.
The second section features two longer stories (about fifty pages apiece). Both are crushing tales of corruption. The first, "Crack Hotel," is told in trippy, stripped-down style. The latter, "Raymond Carver is in Hell," is the most "literary" piece in the book, and starts off about a young girl from a small town who is kidnapped and killed, and about how her classmates deal with this, eventually starting a religion around her. The story -- told by a man who was in love with the girl as a kid, and grew up forever looking for her -- hits a perfectly elegiac tone. Things descend into sex and violence, as the man grows up, hits the lottery, and goes on a binge in Europe with a skin-mag model. He has two heart attacks along the way, and Raymond Carver is his guide through hell (hence the title).
"My Dream Date (Rape) With Kathy Acker" is by far the best thing I've read from Eraserhead Press. I plan to read everything I can find from Michael Hemmingson.
Highly recommended for anyone who likes their fiction a little skewed.
A very very weird collection of "out there" fiction.......2002-10-29
I came across this book doing a search of Kathy Acker's books, figured I might buy it. I thought maybe it was a memoir. The title story is a short-short about a dream the author has of winning a date with Acker in a contest sponsored by Grove Press. There's another weird Barbie doll story, and a long and dark story called "Crack Hotel" that scared me, and made me quite sad. This was a very cool read.
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