Roach writes in the 'Foreplay' section of Bonk that "Sex is one of those rare topics wherein the desire for others to keep the nitty-gritty of their experiences private is stronger than the wish to keep mum on one's own nitty-gritty" (17)--she wonders periodically as to why this is. Of course many of us share this same sort of desire--to keep our own sexual proclivities and exploits somehow clandestine and shrouded in mystery. But as I read the book, I couldn't help but think NO SHIT! and Foucault!!! at the same time...
For those who don't know Foucault (and you should) I've included a link to a brief history/explanation of one of his main ideas; the Repressive Hypothesis (here for your reading pleasure; brought to you by Purdue University) which I think is highly relevant to our discussion of Bonk.
I have a feeling we'll be reading some part of History of Sexuality by Michel Foucault this semester, and I don't want to step on any toes, but I thought it would be an interesting and informative read.
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