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What does pornography mean?

The word pornography is derived from the Greek words porni (“prostitute”) and graphein (“to write”). It originally encompassed any writing or art works that depicted the lives of prostituted persons....

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What is “gonzo” pornography?

“Gonzo” is a sub-genre of hardcore pornography that features significantly less story, acting, costuming and sets than in “feature” pornography. The term is derived form gonzo journalism, wherein...

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What is an “image-based culture” and what are its consequences?

An “image-based culture” is used to describe a society in which imagery has taken the place of spoken and / or written word as the major form of communication. With the proliferation of television,...

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