Catéchisme libertin by Théroigne de Méricourt
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"Catéchisme libertin" by Théroigne de Méricourt is an erotic treatise aimed at women entering the profession of prostitution, likely written during the late 18th century. This provocative text serves as both a guide and a satire on the sexual mores of its time, delving into the world of pleasure and libertinism with both candor and humor. It encapsulates the period's complex relationship with sexuality and societal norms. The book provides a structured
catechism format, where questions about prostitution, desired qualities in a courtesan, and methods to please clients are answered with a mixture of wit and explicitness. Théroigne outlines the essential qualities that a "putain" (prostitute) should possess: effrontery, compliance, and the ability to adapt or transform to suit her clients' desires. Throughout the text, the author discusses various sexual practices, educational insights into the business of pleasure, and the dynamics between courtesans and their patrons, all while infusing the content with a spirited commentary on human nature and the erotic arts. The book ultimately reflects the libertine philosophy of the time, emphasizing pleasure as a central aspect of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Théroigne de Méricourt, 1762-1817 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Catéchisme libertin à l'usage des filles de joie et des jeunes demoiselles qui se destinent à embrasser cette profession |
| Credits |
Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Prostitution -- France -- Manuals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26607 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26607-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 955 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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