Intermediate Sex: A Study Of Some Transitional Types Of Men And Women

Intermediate Sex: A Study of Some Transitional Types of Men and Women

by Edward Carpenter

The Intermediate Sex is a pioneering work on homosexuality that challenges the prevailing social and scientific views of the time. Published in 1908, the book argues for the legitimacy of homosexuality, traces its history, and highlights the significant contributions made by homosexual people to society. Carpenter's writings about "uranianism" were groundbreaking and influential, helping shape understanding of sexuality and advocating for acceptance.

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Edward Carpenter was an English utopian socialist, poet, philosopher, anthologist, an early activist for gay rights and prison reform whilst advocating vegetari...

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