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History of Prostitution, Vol. 1: Among All the Peoples of the World, From the Most Remote Antiquity to the Present Day (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The hour has, therefore, come to write the history of Prostitu tion, at a time when she is tending more and more to elf ace her self from the memory of man as from the customs of nations. The historian deals with times which are no more; he resuscitates dead things; he reanimates the past and causes it to live again, for the instruction of the present and the future; he gives a body and a voice to tradition. The vast and curious subject which we are going to treat, with the aid of erudition and under the censor ship of the severest prudence, this subject — at once delicate and suspect, attaches itself on all sides to the history of religions, of laws, and of manners; though it has been constantly placed in the discard and, as it were, on the index by those historians occupied with ancient and modern manners, laws, and religions. The archeologists alone, such as Meursius, Laurentius, Musonius, etc., have dared to attack the subject, writing on it Latin dissertations, in which the language of J uvenal and Petronius might at its ease braver l'honnéteté both in words and in fact.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 0260929808
- ISBN 13 9780260929808
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages583
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex and often misunderstood history of prostitution, tracing its origins and evolution across various civilizations. The author explores the three distinct forms of prostitution ââ â hospitable, sacred, and legal ââ â that have emerged throughout history, each shaped by the cultural, religious, and legal contexts of their respective societies. From the ancient practices of the Babylonians and Greeks, where prostitution was intertwined with religious rituals and hospitality customs, to the legal frameworks established in medieval and later periods, the book provides a comprehensive overview of this multifaceted phenomenon. The author challenges conventional perceptions and sheds light on the underlying social, economic, and cultural factors that have contributed to the persistence of prostitution throughout the ages. Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, this book delves into the lives of courtesans, the role of religious institutions, and the complex interplay between morality, law, and human desire. It explores the changing attitudes toward prostitution, from acceptance and even reverence in some cultures to condemnation and attempts at eradication in others. By examining the historical and cultural contexts of prostitution, this book offers valuable insights into the enduring challenges and complexities of human sexuality and social organization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780260929808_0
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