The Functions and Disorders of the Reproductive Organs in Youth, in Adult Age, and in Advanced Life: Considered in Their Physiological, Social and Psychological Relations (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Acton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265672821 ISBN 13: 9780265672822

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the physiology and complexities of the reproductive system with a classic medical work that blends science, society, and history.

This edition presents a thorough examination of normal sexual functions across life stages, followed by a detailed look at functional disorders. Drawing on contemporary physiology and comparative anatomy, it offers practical guidance for professionals and thoughtful insights for informed readers alike. The author links clinical observation to broader social and moral questions, situating medical knowledge within real-world contexts.

Structured for study and reflection, the book includes updates and additions from the second edition, including an expanded discussion of how bodily processes relate to behavior, health, and public welfare. It is a foundational resource for those interested in the history and development of medical understanding of sexual health.

• Clear explanation of normal reproductive functions in youth, adulthood, and advanced life
• Discussion of functional disorders and their practical implications
• Cross‑disciplinary perspective drawn from physiology, anatomy, and public health
• Appendix and updated commentary connecting science to social issues

Ideal for students, clinicians, and readers curious about the evolution of medical thought on reproduction and health.

Perfect for readers of medical history and those seeking a grounded, era‑specific portrait of reproductive science.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265672821
• ISBN 13: 9780265672822
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 173