Sophia C. reviewed on 7/28/2011 + 289 more book reviews

Brothel: Mustang Ranch and Its Women is a foray into the world of legalized brothel prostitution in Nevada. Originally interested in the public health implications of HIV transmission and condom breakage, Alexa Albert became interested in the social dimensions of brothel prostitution, ultimately spending the equivalent of seven months living in and observing Mustang Ranch during breaks from Harvard Medical School. Brothel is a sympathetic narration of her experiences with the prostitutes and other workers at the Ranch, as well as background on its history and perception by outsiders. Except for two "parties" which the author was invited to watch, there is nothing sexually explicit. Indeed, there weren't any firm conclusions about the institution either in this very readable account.

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