Sexuality & Erotica
Explore the intricate world of human intimacy and desire with a broad range of classic and historical texts centered on sexuality and erotica. These works provide insight into the complexities of love, passion, and the human experience through various cultural and historical lenses. Discover how writers have approached themes of romance and sensuality across different eras, opening windows to past societal norms and personal expressions. With a variety of styles and narratives, this collection invites readers to understand the multifaceted nature of human relationships.
Là-bas
Amidst philosophical debates and historical intrigue, a man searches for meaning beyond the material world.
By J.-K. (Joris-Karl) Huysmans
Studies in Spermatogenesis (Part 2 of 2)
Across insect species, a groundbreaking study uncovers how the hidden structures within sperm orchestrate the determination of sex, changing the course of genetic understanding forever.
By N. M. (Nettie Maria) Stevens
Venus is a Man's World
In a world where women chase men for marriage on Venus, a young boy and his sister find their understanding of gender and relationships flipped upside down by a rugged Venusian man.
By William Tenn
The sexual question : $b A scientific, psychological, hygienic and sociological study
** Embark on a journey through the science, psychology, and social implications of human sexuality, where enlightenment promises a future free from ignorance and taboos.
By Auguste Forel
Studies in Spermatogenesis (Part 1 of 2)
Discover the secrets of insect reproduction as a scientist races to understand how chromosomes dictate whether an insect is male or female.
By N. M. (Nettie Maria) Stevens
Tractus de Hermaphrodites; Or, A Treatise of Hermaphrodites
Uncover the secrets of individuals with both male and female reproductive organs and the implications of their existence on love, law, and society.
By Giles Jacob
Venus in Furs
** Immerse yourself in a tale of obsession where a man seeks both pleasure and pain in the arms of a beautiful, domineering woman.
By Leopold Sacher-Masoch
Psychopathia sexualis: With especial reference to contrary sexual instinct A medico-legal study
** In an era of silence, a doctor dared to explore the hidden world of sexual behaviors, forever changing how society and the law viewed desire.
By R. von (Richard) Krafft-Ebing
The Satyricon — Complete
In a world of excess and moral decay, a man and his companions stumble through riotous escapades, revealing the folly of ancient Rome.
By Petronius Arbiter
The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex, Vol. II (1st Edition)
Explore the captivating world where vibrant colors, elaborate mating dances, and fierce rivalries shape the destinies of species through the fascinating force of sexual selection.
By Charles Darwin
The Romance of Lust: A classic Victorian erotic novel
In Victorian England, a young man tumbles into a world of forbidden desires with his sisters and a scandalous governess.
By Anonymous
Lady Chatterley's lover
In a world defined by class and constrained by expectation, a woman searches for passion and purpose beyond the confines of her marriage to a paralyzed aristocrat.
By D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence
The Art of Kissing: Curiously, Historically, Humorously, Poetically Considered
Explore the evolution of a simple act into a social and historical phenomenon filled with humor, poetry, and tradition.
By Will Rossiter
What Every Mother Should Know; or, How Six Little Children Were Taught The Truth
A mother uses lessons from nature to honestly educate her curious children about the mysteries of reproduction, fostering confidence and erasing shame.
By Margaret Sanger
The Decameron, Volume II
Amidst a deadly plague, youthful storytellers share tales of love, loss, and transformation, proving that even in the face of adversity, the heart finds a way.
By Giovanni Boccaccio
The Convent School; Or, Early Experiences of a Young Flagellant
In a world of nuns and strict rules, a young girl discovers that punishment can lead to unexpected desires and shocking rebellion.
By Rosa Belinda Coote
The Decameron, Volume I
Escaping a deadly plague, ten spirited youths trade tales of love, wit, and deception in a vibrant retreat from death's shadow.
By Giovanni Boccaccio
What a Young Husband Ought to Know
Navigate the trials of love, commitment, and family as you learn to become a capable and caring spouse.
By Sylvanus Stall
The Power of Mesmerism A Highly Erotic Narrative of Voluptuous Facts and Fancies
In a Victorian manor, a brother's return ignites forbidden passions within his family, as a mysterious power blurs the line between love and lust.
By Anonymous
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 1 The Evolution of Modesty; The Phenomena of Sexual Periodicity; Auto-Erotism
Venture into the groundbreaking examination of human sexuality in the late 19th century, where cultural expectations and personal behavior intersect, challenging societal norms.
By Havelock Ellis