| Author |
Hahn, Emily, 1905-1997 |
| LoC No. |
30010481
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| Title |
Seductio Ad Absurdum
The Principles & Practices of Seduction, A Beginner's Handbook
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and Sue Clark
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| Summary |
"Seductio Ad Absurdum" by Emily Hahn is a provocative handbook written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the principles and practices of seduction, attempting to transform the often misunderstood and simplistic perceptions of the art into something more analytical and structured. It explores the evolution of seduction through historical contexts and modern interpretations, all while aiming to provide practical guidance for aspiring seducers. The opening of the book introduces the concept of seduction as a complex social practice that has been inadequately studied. Hahn discusses the ambiguity of the term "seduction," presenting various definitions and arguing for a contemporary understanding of the term that reflects its fluid nature and shifting societal norms. Throughout this introduction, she highlights the evolution of seduction from historical practices bound by rigid gender roles to a modern understanding that acknowledges the complexity of human relationships and desires. This beginning serves as a foundation for the various lessons and hypothetical experiments on seduction that follow in the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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| Subject |
Courtship
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43757 |
| Release Date |
Sep 17, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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