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Original Essays (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

S. Tolver Preston

 
9780484740265: Original Essays (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover a reasoned look at the social relations of the sexes and the ideas that shape them.

This edition surveys ethical questions, urges clear thinking, and asks how science can guide conduct toward greater happiness for all.

Written with a focus on principles and practical implications, the essays argue for open discussion, restraint guided by reason, and moving beyond outdated customs. The author contends that liberty and sociability between the sexes can advance together with scientific understanding.

  • Clear statements of what “duty” and happiness mean in everyday conduct.
  • Arguments against false shaming and deceptive warnings about sexuality.
  • Critiques of sectarian religion and support for a science‑based view of human responsibility.
  • A call to broaden liberty and sociability as part of moral progress.

Ideal for readers who value thoughtful discussion at the crossroads of science, ethics, and social life.

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