The Task of Social Hygiene

by Havelock Ellis

Overview

Reproduction of the original: The Task of Social Hygiene by Havelock Ellis

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783734061752
Publisher:	Outlook Verlag
Publication date:	09/25/2019
Pages:	258
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Havelock Ellis (1859-1939) was a British physician and social reformer best known for his pioneering work in the field of human sexuality. His most notable contributions include his extensive writings on sexual health, gender, and social issues, which challenged prevailing Victorian norms and promoted a more open understanding of sexuality. Ellis is perhaps best known for his multi-volume work, ""Studies in the Psychology of Sex,"" where he explored various aspects of sexual behavior, identity, and psychology. He advocated for sexual education and the importance of understanding sexual health as integral to overall well-being. In addition to his work on sexuality, Ellis was an early advocate for women's rights and gender equality, addressing issues such as reproductive rights and the societal constraints placed on women. His progressive views made him a significant figure in the early feminist movement. His legacy continues to resonate in contemporary conversations about sexual health and rights.