Erotic And Obscene Literatures: Ancient And Modern

Erotic And Obscene Literatures: Ancient And Modern is a book written by Iwan Bloch, a German physician and sexologist, and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive overview of erotic and obscene literature throughout history, from ancient times to the modern era. It covers various literary genres, including poetry, drama, and prose, and explores the cultural and social contexts in which these works were created.The first part of the book focuses on ancient erotic literature, including works from ancient Greece, Rome, and India. It examines the themes, styles, and literary techniques used in these works, as well as their cultural significance and impact on society. The second part of the book covers modern erotic literature, including works from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as the Marquis de Sade's The 120 Days of Sodom and the works of Pierre Lou�����s.Throughout the book, Bloch analyzes the role of erotic literature in society and its relationship to sexuality, morality, and censorship. He also explores the psychological and physiological effects of erotic literature on readers and its potential for both pleasure and harm.Overall, Erotic And Obscene Literatures: Ancient And Modern is a groundbreaking work that provides a fascinating insight into the history and cultural significance of erotic literature. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and students of literature, history, and sexuality.THIS 16 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Anthropological Studies in the Strange Sexual Practices of All Races in All Ages, by Iwan Bloch. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766133826.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.