"Tractus de Hermaphrodites; Or, A Treatise of Hermaphrodites" by Giles Jacob is an early 18th-century scientific work that extensively examines hermaphrodites, individuals with both male and female reproductive organs. The book explores the historical, anatomical, and legal aspects of hermaphrodites, particularly regarding marriage and relationships. Jacob classifies different types of hermaphrodites, examining their sexual lives and physical differences. The treatise includes fascinating case studies and stories that highlight the social complexities of hermaphrodites, including their ability to love, reproduce, and the legal issues surrounding their identities. Jacob considers different ideas about how hermaphrodites are created, exploring the interactions between nature, upbringing, and societal expectations, making the book both an academic study and a reflection on gender and sexuality in early modern times.
Tractus de Hermaphrodites; Or, A Treatise of Hermaphrodites
By Giles Jacob
Uncover the secrets of individuals with both male and female reproductive organs and the implications of their existence on love, law, and society.
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About the AuthorGiles Jacob was a British legal writer whose works include a well-received law dictionary that became the most popular and widespread law dictionary in the newly independent United States. Jacob was the leading legal writer of his era, according to the Yale Law Library.
Giles Jacob was a British legal writer whose works include a well-received law dictionary that became the most popular and widespread law dictionary in the newly independent United States. Jacob was the leading legal writer of his era, according to the Yale Law Library.
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