Uncover the complex interplay of sexuality and colonialism in this definitive global companion. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives, it offers crucial insights into European, Ottoman, Japanese, and US imperial contexts across colonized territories. This volume meticulously examines how race, reproduction, law, selfhood, pleasure, and violence were shaped by colonial rule, featuring detailed case studies. Essential reading for scholars and students in Gender Studies, Postcolonial Studies, and World History, it provides up-to-date scholarship on the intimate dimensions of imperial power, making it a vital resource for understanding global historical legacies. Discover the nuanced realities of colonial encounters.