Sexual Life of Primitive People by Hans Fehlinger

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Author Fehlinger, Hans, 1874-
Translator Herbert, Fanny Segaller, 1881-
Translator Herbert, S. (Solomon), 1874-
Uniform Title Das geschlechtsleben der naturvölker. English
Title Sexual Life of Primitive People
Note Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Sexual Life of Primitive People" by Hans Fehlinger is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the sexual customs, relationships, and behaviors of various primitive peoples, shedding light on their societal norms surrounding sex, marriage, and modesty. It aims to provide readers with an understanding of how these practices have evolved over time and what they reveal about human sexuality at large. At the start of the book, the author presents the concept of modesty among primitive peoples, explaining that the absence of clothing is not necessarily linked to a lack of sexual modesty, as seen in many cultures where nakedness is normal. He offers insights from anthropological studies, noting the lack of embarrassment around sexual organs and the casual approach to nudity and sexual interaction among various tribes. However, the text also highlights that certain situations can elicit modesty, particularly when sexual acts or coarse jokes are involved. This initial exploration sets the foundation for a detailed examination of cultural attitudes toward sex throughout the rest of the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Subject Prehistoric peoples
Subject Ethnology
Subject Sexual ethics
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EBook-No. 58475
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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