The Sex Side of Life: An Explanation for Young People

By Mary Ware Dennett

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A groundbreaking guide offers young readers of the early 20th Century a frank and rational understanding of their developing sexuality, countering misinformation with discussions on physiology, emotions, and morals.

Genres

Sexuality & Erotica Sociology Teaching & Education

Released

2010-03-22

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Summary

"The Sex Side of Life: An Explanation for Young People" by Mary Ware Dennett is a direct and informative book designed for teenagers in the early 1900s. The book aims to give young people honest answers about their changing bodies and feelings about sex. Rather than leaving teens in the dark or scaring them, Dennett opens up a clear conversation about topics like how the body works, the emotions connected to love, and doing away with the negative and fear-based ideas about sex common at the time. She makes clear the importance of grasping one’s own body and emotions, pushing for a healthy take on sex that's all about respect and love, not guilt or just physical urges, guiding teens to make smart choices in their first relationships.