In the annals of human history, prostitution has been a persistent and controversial phenomenon. From ancient temples to modern-day streets, this trade has shaped societies and sparked countless debates. "The History of Prostitution (Unabridged)" by William Sanger delves into the intricate tapestry of this age-old practice. Through meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Sanger unveils the origins, evolution, and enduring impact of prostitution across cultures and time periods. P...

First published in 1858. According to Wikipedia: "William Wallace Sanger (born in Hartford, Connecticut, 10 August 1819; died in New York City, 8 May 1872) was a New York City physician who wrote a “groundbreaking” study of prostitution. He began the study of medicine at Wheeling, Virginia (now part of West Virginia) in 1842, but soon afterward moved to New York City, and graduated from the New York College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1846. He was then appointed assistant at Bellevue Hos...

First published in 1858, The History of Prostitution: Its Extent, Causes, and Effects throughout the World is a capacious survey that combines statistics, case histories, and legal-medical commentary to map sex commerce from antiquity to the nineteenth century. Sanger writes in the empirical, documentary mode of early social science, yet with the moral vocabulary of Victorian reform. Drawing on comparative sources and public health debates, he interrogates poverty, migration, and gendered ...

In "The History of Prostitution: Its Extent, Causes, and Effects throughout the World," William W. Sanger presents a comprehensive exploration of one of society's most enduring institutions. Employing a meticulous scholarly approach, Sanger examines the historical, sociocultural, and economic dimensions of prostitution across various civilizations. His literary style is characterized by an analytical rigor that balances narrative with empirical data, making the subject accessible yet profo...

William W. Sanger's "The History of Prostitution: Its Extent, Causes, and Effects throughout the World" offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted phenomenon of prostitution, tracing its historical roots and cultural implications across various societies. Featuring a meticulous blend of social science, historical analysis, and literary flair, Sanger delves into the sociopolitical climate that contributes to the survival and evolution of sex work. His narrative style marries sch...

Publicado pela primeira vez em 1858 e escrito pelo Dr. William W. Sanger, este livro é um dos estudos sociais mais ambiciosos e detalhados do século XIX sobre o "vício" mais antigo do mundo. Mais do que um mero relatório de costumes, esta obra monumental é um retrato etnográfico das diferentes classes sociais, explorando as leis, os hábitos e a condição da mulher em diversas culturas, desde as práticas de casamento por compra no Afeganistão e na Sibéria, a poliandria em Ceilão, até os sofi...

First published in 1858. According to Wikipedia: "William Wallace Sanger (born in Hartford, Connecticut, 10 August 1819; died in New York City, 8 May 1872) was a New York City physician who wrote a “groundbreaking” study of prostitution. He began the study of medicine at Wheeling, Virginia (now part of West Virginia) in 1842, but soon afterward moved to New York City, and graduated from the New York College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1846. He was then appointed assistant at Bellevue Hos...

Arguments are unnecessary to prove the existence of prostitution. The evil is so notorious that none can possibly gainsay it. But when its extent, its causes, or its effects are questioned, a remarkable degree of ignorance or carelessness is manifested. Few care to know the secret springs from which prostitution emanates; few are anxious to know how wide the stream extends; few have any desire to know the devastation it causes. Society has formally laid a prohibition on the subject, and he...

Book 1: Explore the concept of civilization with “The Pivot of Civilization by Margaret Sanger.” Sanger's work delves into issues related to population, family planning, and societal progress, sparking reflections on the foundations of civilization.Book 2: Dive into whimsical tales with “The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Bianco.” Bianco's enchanting story explores themes of love, identity, and the transforma...

Arguments are unnecessary to prove the existence of prostitution. The evil is so notorious that none can possibly gainsay it. But when its extent, its causes, or its effects are questioned, a remarkable degree of ignorance or carelessness is manifested. Few care to know the secret springs from which prostitution emanates; few are anxious to know how wide the stream extends; few have any desire to know the devastation it causes. Society has formally laid a prohibition on the subject, and he...

“Arguments are unnecessary to prove the existence of prostitution. The evil is so notorious that none can possibly gainsay it. But when its extent, its causes, or its effects are questioned, a remarkable degree of ignorance or carelessness is manifested. Few care to know the secret springs from which prostitution emanates; few are anxious to know how wide the stream extends; few have any desire to know the devastation it causes. Society has formally laid a prohibition on the subject, and h...

This book relates to the two principal themes of the Cupids 400 Celebrations — the settlement of Cupids in 1610 and the origins of English settlement in Newfoundland and Canada. John Guy was an influential merchant and civic figure in Bristol and West of England history and an important figure in the early history of settlement in Newfoundland through his association with the London and Bristol Company and the colonization of Cupers Cove (Cupids). This book is the biography of one of the p...