An overview of sexual diversity, including the hidden histories of LGBTI individuals across the world, the search for the scientific "source" of homosexuality, the history of homophobia, and the role that religion and politics have played in controlling sexualities. Also included is a country-by-country global survey of the laws that affect sexual minorities.

Co-published by: Between the Lines. Includes index.

Global overview -- The revolution's here! -- Hidden history -- Homophobia -- The politics of sexual control -- Religion -- Science -- Transgender -- Conclusion -- Appendix -- A world survey: sexual minorities and the law.