"Bundling; Its Origin, Progress and Decline in America" by Henry Reed Stiles is a historical investigation into the once common custom of bundling, where unmarried couples shared a bed fully clothed, primarily in New England. The central theme is to understand bundling's origins, its evolution across different societies, and its eventual fade from American culture by examining the social perceptions and practical aspects of the custom, offering readers insights into its place in both America and Europe. Stiles addresses the controversies surrounding his earlier statements on the practice, emphasizing the importance of a thorough investigation and defending his detailed approach in this essay by using definitions, anecdotes, and historical analysis to explain how bundling was viewed and practiced.
Bundling; Its Origin, Progress and Decline in America
By Henry Reed Stiles
Explore a bygone era, where sharing a bed wasn't always scandalous, but rather a curious custom connecting young couples in early America.
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About the AuthorHenry Reed Stiles was an American physician who wrote several historical records and genealogical books. As a doctor, he served in various medical positions primarily in New York City, although he spent four years in Dundee, Scotland. He was very interested in genealogical and historical research. As of 2011, his work continued to be widely cited by researchers and remained in print more than 115 years later.
Henry Reed Stiles was an American physician who wrote several historical records and genealogical books. As a doctor, he served in various medical positions primarily in New York City, although he spent four years in Dundee, Scotland. He was very interested in genealogical and historical research. As of 2011, his work continued to be widely cited by researchers and remained in print more than 115 years later.
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