From The Kiss and Its History, this book surveys what a kiss means, how different people perceive it, and how the act has changed through the ages. It invites readers to consider not just the moment of contact, but the ideas, sounds, and rituals that surround it. The discussion moves from ancient beliefs to literary and folk traditions, offering a clear, accessible look at a universal gesture.

Across chapters, you’ll see how touch, scent, and language have shaped kissing as a social act—including its roles in affection, peace, and ritual. The book balances analysis with vivid examples, helping readers see why a simple kiss matters in culture and history.

Learn how different cultures classify and interpret kisses beyond romance.

Explore how kisses connect to themes like affection, death, and farewell.

Discover how sounds, words, and symbols around kissing evolved through time.

Find literary and folkloric examples that illuminate the history of kissing.

Ideal for curious readers interested in history, culture, and human connection.

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Kristoffer Nyrop (1858 in Kopenhagen; April 1931 in Copenhagen) was a Danish Romanist and Philologist.

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