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
Confidential Chats with Girls
Uncover the long-held secrets of womanhood and embrace your journey during adolescence by understanding the importance of physical and emotional well-being.
By William Lee Howard
Laura Middleton; Her Brother and her Lover
In a world of Victorian propriety, a woman finds herself entangled in a web of forbidden passions, testing the boundaries of love, lust, and societal expectations with those closest to her.
By Anonymous
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
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
Confidential Chats with Boys
Embark on a journey of self-discovery as a young boy receives essential guidance on navigating the complexities of health, body, and manhood during a transformative era.
By William Lee Howard
The Lovers Assistant; Or, New Art of Love
In a world of romance, a comical teacher unveils the secrets to capturing hearts, using cunning plans and witty advice.
By Henry Fielding
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
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
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
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
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
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 2 Sexual Inversion
Venture into a groundbreaking exploration of misunderstood desires and societal stigmas, where science confronts prejudice to illuminate the complexities of human sexuality.
By Havelock Ellis
The Malthusian Handbook Designed to Induce Married People to Limit Their Families Within Their Means.
In a world grappling with poverty, a controversial manual emerges, offering a means to escape the endless cycle of hardship through the forbidden knowledge of family limitation.
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
Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 4 Sexual Selection In Man
Explore the hidden sensory world of human attraction and choice.
By Havelock Ellis
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 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 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
Plain Facts for Old and Young
Embark on a journey to understand crucial aspects of human life, openly discussed in a world that often prefers to keep them secret.
By John Harvey Kellogg