Dirty Dancing: An Ethnography of Lap Dancing Contributor(s): Colosi, Rachela (Author) |
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ISBN: 1843928175 ISBN-13: 9781843928171 Publisher: Willan Publishing (UK) OUR PRICE: $188.10 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Criminology - Social Science | Sociology - General - Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social |
Dewey: 305.979 |
LCCN: 2010484503 |
Series: Crime Ethnography |
Physical Information: 196 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Based on ethnographic research conducted in 'Starlets', a lap-dancing club in the North of England, this book delves into what is often seen as the 'deviant', and 'stigmatized' world of lap-dancing. As well as the relationships between dancers, the author offers a unique insider's account of lap-dancing club culture, having worked as a lap-dancer both prior to, and during, the study. The book tells a fascinating tale of the author's experiences working as a lap dancer and the insights this has provided. This book projects a textured picture of working, socializing and living as a lap-dancer by following the dancer from the beginning of her career, to her eventual exit; providing a fluid and comprehensive examination of the occupation of lap-dancing. As well as building on the popular themes of 'dancer motivation', 'dancer exploitation/empowerment' and risk already embedded in existing literature, this book also offers completely new insight into this industry by drawing attention to the occupational subculture of which lap-dancers at 'Starlets' were found to be a part. This book is recommended for anyone studying or researching in this field. |