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A Curious History of Sex
Written by Kate Lister
Narrated by Kate Lister
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About this audiobook
The act of sex has not changed since people first worked out what went where, but the ways in which society dictates how sex is culturally understood and performed have varied significantly through the ages. Humans are the only creatures that stigmatize particular sexual practices, and sex remains a deeply divisive issue around the world. Attitudes will change and grow—hopefully for the better—but sex will never be free of stigma or shame unless we acknowledge where it has come from.
Based on the popular research project Whores of Yore, and written with her distinctive humor and wit, A Curious History of Sex draws upon Dr Kate Lister's extensive knowledge of sex history. From medieval impotence tests to twentieth-century testicle thefts, from the erotic frescoes of Pompeii, to modern-day sex doll brothels, Kate unashamedly roots around in the pants of history, debunking myths, challenging stereotypes and generally getting her hands dirty.
You will laugh, you will wince and you will wonder just how much has actually changed.
Contains mature themes.
Based on the popular research project Whores of Yore, and written with her distinctive humor and wit, A Curious History of Sex draws upon Dr Kate Lister's extensive knowledge of sex history. From medieval impotence tests to twentieth-century testicle thefts, from the erotic frescoes of Pompeii, to modern-day sex doll brothels, Kate unashamedly roots around in the pants of history, debunking myths, challenging stereotypes and generally getting her hands dirty.
You will laugh, you will wince and you will wonder just how much has actually changed.
Contains mature themes.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherTantor Media, Inc
Release dateNov 24, 2020
ISBN9781705202760
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Readers find this title to be a great read, with informative and organized content. They appreciate the author's joy and fierceness in discussing sexual history and standing up for victims. The book approaches sex from a historical perspective, making readers think about it in a new way. Highly recommended.
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Oct 4, 2023
Really great read. Great to see sex approached from a historical perspective. I think about sex a lot, but this book made me really THINK ? about sex. Highly recommended.1 person found this helpful
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Oct 4, 2023
Such fun! I love her joy about all things sexual history, and her fierceness at standing up for victims of various minorities. They couldn't have found a better actor to narrate this than Kate herself :) - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Oct 4, 2023
Loved it! Great info in an organized format!! Pleasing to listen to and very informative! - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Mar 9, 2022
Brilliant!