Aphrodisiacs and Anti-aphrodisiacs: Three Essays on the Powers of Reproduction

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Author Davenport, John, 1789-1877
LoC No. 21021907
Title Aphrodisiacs and Anti-aphrodisiacs: Three Essays on the Powers of Reproduction
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Summary "Aphrodisiacs and Anti-aphrodisiacs: Three Essays on the Powers of Reproduction" by John Davenport is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work explores the historical and cultural significance of reproductive power, focusing on different substances and practices believed to enhance or inhibit sexual vitality. It delves deeply into ancient rituals, symbols, and beliefs surrounding fertility across various civilizations, highlighting how views on sexuality have evolved over time. The opening of the book presents a preface that outlines insights into the reverence ancient societies held for reproductive powers, often symbolized by phallic worship. Davenport reflects on the contrast between ancient and modern perspectives on sexuality, positing that what is considered lewd today was once regarded as sacred in various cultures. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these ancient beliefs to fill a gap in popular literature about sexuality, intending to provide readers with both physiological information and intriguing anecdotes related to the topic of reproduction and fertility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Subject Sex
Subject Phallicism
Subject Sex customs -- France -- History -- 17th century
Category Text
EBook-No. 27752
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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