Havelock Ellis

Little Essays of Love and Virtue

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Produktbeschreibung

Havelock Ellis's "Little Essays of Love and Virtue" delves into timeless questions of ethics and morality, exploring the complexities of love, virtue, and self-improvement, especially as they pertain to adolescence. A foundational work in the study of sexual ethics, the book offers insightful essays that grapple with societal norms and individual development. Ellis approaches these sensitive subjects with nuance and intelligence, prompting readers to consider the multifaceted nature of human relationships and personal growth. Categories include Philosophy, Ethics & Moral Philosophy, Adolescence, and Sociology. This meticulously prepared print edition revives a classic text, offering enduring wisdom relevant to understanding human nature and the pursuit of a virtuous life. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 150g
• ISBN-13: 9781023057363
• ISBN-10: 1023057360
• Artikelnr.: 73931943

Autorenporträt

Havelock Ellis, an eminent British psychologist and writer, was a pioneer in the study of human sexuality and a key figure in the early 20th century intellectual milieu. Born in 1859, Ellis developed an expansive body of work encompassing sociology, literature, and medicine. His interests lay in understanding the complexities of human behavior and he sought to illuminate the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a scientific eye. Ellis' landmark seven-volume work, 'Studies in the Psychology of Sex', was groundbreaking in its systematic approach to sexual psychology and its empathetic treatment of same-sex attractions and diverse sexual practices at a time when such topics were seldom discussed. Ellis also engaged with broader ethical issues in his 'Little Essays of Love and Virtitude' (1922), wherein he explored the interplay of human emotions and moral principles. His literary style was characterized by a commitment to openness, clinical detachment, and an enduring belief in the importance of personal experience as a means to uncover universal truths. Ellis passed away in 1939, leaving behind a legacy as a courageous humanist who paved the way for modern discourses on gender, identity, and sexual health.