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Karsch-Haack, Ferdinand (1853-1936).

Authors :
Bauer, J. Edgar
Source :
GLBTQ Social Sciences; 2011, p1-5, 5p
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article presents information on Ferdinand Karsch-Haack, an entomologist and anthropologist who demonstrated the occurrence of same-sex sexual activity throughout the animal kingdom. He played an important role in promoting the acceptability of same-sex love in Western societies. Born on September 2, 1853 in northwestern Germany, became Curator at the Zoological Museum of the Friedrich-Wilhelm University in Berlin.

Details

Language :
English
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
GLBTQ Social Sciences
Publication Type :
Reference
Accession number :
70697137