This edition had all images removed.
Title:
The Book of Nature
Containing information for young people who think of getting married, on the philosophy of procreation and sexual intercourse, showing how to prevent conception and to avoid child-bearing: also, rules for management during labor and child-birth
Note: Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Book of Nature" by James Ashton is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This treatise addresses the complex topics surrounding human reproduction, covering everything from the anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems to the philosophy of procreation and the prevention of conception. Intended for a readership curious about marriage and family planning, it aims to provide practical, scientifically backed advice on sexual health and reproductive choices. At the start of this guide, Ashton sets the stage by highlighting the importance of understanding sexual physiology for those considering marriage and parenthood. He critiques other physiological texts for their misleading information and quackery while promising readers straightforward advice based on modern science. The opening section meticulously details the male generative organs, their functions, and a brief overview of seminal fluid, while also voicing concerns about the societal pressures and health risks tied to early or excessive sexual activity. This combination of educational content and critical perspective establishes a clear intent to equip the reader with essential knowledge for making informed decisions related to marriage and procreation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ashton, James, active 1875-1876
EBook No.: 62705
Published: Jul 19, 2020
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Marriage
Subject: Sex
Subject: Pregnancy
Subject: Contraception
LoCC: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Book of Nature
Containing information for young people who think of getting married, on the philosophy of procreation and sexual intercourse, showing how to prevent conception and to avoid child-bearing: also, rules for management during labor and child-birth
Note: Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Book of Nature" by James Ashton is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This treatise addresses the complex topics surrounding human reproduction, covering everything from the anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems to the philosophy of procreation and the prevention of conception. Intended for a readership curious about marriage and family planning, it aims to provide practical, scientifically backed advice on sexual health and reproductive choices. At the start of this guide, Ashton sets the stage by highlighting the importance of understanding sexual physiology for those considering marriage and parenthood. He critiques other physiological texts for their misleading information and quackery while promising readers straightforward advice based on modern science. The opening section meticulously details the male generative organs, their functions, and a brief overview of seminal fluid, while also voicing concerns about the societal pressures and health risks tied to early or excessive sexual activity. This combination of educational content and critical perspective establishes a clear intent to equip the reader with essential knowledge for making informed decisions related to marriage and procreation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ashton, James, active 1875-1876
EBook No.: 62705
Published: Jul 19, 2020
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Marriage
Subject: Sex
Subject: Pregnancy
Subject: Contraception
LoCC: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.