Naked Exhibitionism Gendered Performance and Public Exposure

'Although exhibitionism has often been a subject of discussion in medical discourses,it has yet to receive sustained critical attention within cultural studies. 'Naked Exhibitionism' seeks to address this problem. Exploring the naked and carnal body, as it appears in literature, film, television, theatre and popular culture, this book is one of the first to offer a detailed analysis of the principles of exhibitionism within the context of our contemporary hyper-sexualised culture. From Classic Hollywood cinema to neo burlesque and contemporary media makeover shows such as 'How to Look Good Naked' and 'Ladette to Lady', 'Naked Exhibitionism' engages with key debates in gender performance, gendeer transgression and the intricacies of post-feminism. This book is invaluable for feminist scholars, researchers in gender and sexuality politics and anyone who has ever had their desire shivered by a glimpse of naked flesh.' Niall Richardson, Senior Lecturer, Media and Film, Sussex Centre for Cultural Studies, University of Sussex