The Puzzle of Sex

by PeterVardy (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $3.22

  Popular introduction to moral arguments surrounding the subject of sex written in a clear and readable style. Peter Vardy tackles the challenging issues of sexual ethics in today's society, tracing the history of modern thinking from biblical sources and church history. He explains the ethical framework from which people take their views and looks at subjects such as sex and the place of marriage, homosexualtiy, masturbation, contraception and rape. 'Peter Vardy has written an outstanding introduction to the whole realm of human sexuality. It is clear, accurate, theologically informed, historically sensitive, compassionate, open and committed. Whether Christian or non-Christian, this is absolutely essential reading.' Professor Ian Markham, Liverpool Hope University

• New

  Paperback
  2009

  $17.22

  Almost everyone is directly affected by questions involving sex and sexual ethics - yet few are aware of the background to current views on topics such as sex before and after marriage, sex as procreation and fulfilment, homosexuality, sexual abuse, rape and contraception. This new edition offers added and up-to-date material discussion burning current issues in a thoughtful, reflective and challenging way.