Resexualising Later Life - (Sex and Intimacy in Later Life) by Paul Reynolds & Paul Simpson & Trish Hafford-Letchfield (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Building on the work of the previous volumes in the Sex and Intimacy in Later Life series, this book explores how resexualisation may take place in later life.

Drawing on transdisciplinary and international content, it provides a theoretically and experientially informed overview and discussion of resexualisation, highlighting important areas of research in a nascent area of study.

This volume covers a range of sexual identities and ageing populations, blending cultural representations and current research to highlight the possible forms and practices that can lead to the creative enabling of pleasure.

Review Quotes

'Interrogating diverse representations of sexuality, intimacy and eroticism in later life, this book celebrates oldfulness and challenges well-worn stereotypes.' Mark Hughes, Southern Cross University

'This publication makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the various intersections and issues surrounding older adult sexuality, particularly in relation to civic and civil attitudes that are negative and outdated. The editors have produced a well-researched and inspiring narrative with crucial policy and practice implications. They, along with the contributors, deserve congratulations. This is essential reading, without a doubt.' Mervyn Eastman, Later Life Audio and Radio Co-operative and The Co-operative Guild of Social and Community Workers

About the Author

Paul Reynolds is Co-Convenor of the International Network for Sexual Ethics and Politics (INSEP) and Associate Lecturer with The Open University.

Trish Hafford-Letchfield is Professor of Social Work at the University of Strathclyde.

Paul Simpson is a Sociology Lecturer at the University of Manchester.