Excerpt from Sexual Truths Versus Sexual Lies, Misconceptions, and Exaggerations
Yes, everybody, conservative and radical, rich and poor, agree more or less on this point, on the point of the existence of wretched misery.
But as soon as the question of the causes of the misery comes up, then we find disagreement and dissension. And the dissension becomes still more pronounced, more bitter and more irreconcilable when we begin to discuss the remedies for the various evils that afflict mankind.
And the object of my remarks to-night is to give you my idea of the etiology of a good deal of our misery. I do not suppose many of you will agree with me, not at first, at any rate. If all of you agreed, there would be no need for my lecture. If there is anything I detest, anything that is abhorrent to my whole being, it is to repeat platitudes, to announce, with a show of courage and self-sacrifice, ideas which have become common property, which nobody contests, and which nobody cares for anyway, whether they are right or not.
I will ask you to transfer yourselves for a few moments some forty or fifty thousand years back, and cast a mental glance at our ancestors. How did man spend his time, what were his occupations, what were his interests? He was busy with but two things - to hunt for food so that he might fill his belly, and to find a mate. At the time we speak of, the second was easier than the first.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complexities of sexual relationships, examining the profound impact of societal norms and expectations on both men and women. The author draws on his experiences as a physician to illustrate the widespread misery caused by a rigid and hypocritical sexual morality, highlighting the hypocrisy of a society that condemns illicit sex while ignoring the devastating consequences of its repressive code. The book explores the spectrum of sexual dysfunction, from impotence to neurosis, arguing that these are often direct results of societal pressure and unrealistic expectations. From the plight of unmarried mothers to the struggles of women trapped in unhappy marriages, the author paints a vivid picture of the suffering inflicted by a system that denies individuals their right to healthy and fulfilling sexual expression. The book examines the role of outdated laws, societal biases, and economic dependence in perpetuating sexual misery, advocating for a more enlightened approach that prioritizes individual autonomy, responsibility, and sexual health. This powerful and insightful work offers a crucial examination of the human condition, challenging the reader to confront the often-overlooked connection between social constructs and personal well-being. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440050923_0
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