Jacob Snowman's Ritual Circumcision is a study of one of the most controversial and complex medical procedures in the world. Explaining the history, cultural context, and medical aspects of circumcision, the author carefully examines the practice from the perspectives of medicine, religion, and sociology. The book opens the reader to the mysterious world of circumcision through the prism of different cultures and traditions, and also provokes a discussion about the importance of ethical issues related to this process. Ritual Circumcision is a well-prepared, informative, and poignant piece of research that reflects important aspects of this medical phenomenon.