Author: MACFADDEN, BERNARR
Title: Manhood and Marriage
Description: New York: Physical Culture Publishing Co, 1916. Reprint. Hardcover. 364 pages. "This book endeavors to raise up the fallen, to shed the light of knowledge where only the darkness of the vilest prudery reigns, to place health of body and purity of mind whithin the reach of every human soul now struggling in the mire of weakness, disease, mental and moral filth. An to men who have been tortured almost beyond mortal endurance as the result of ignorance and sin, at times welcomed inknowingly, this book is reverently dedicated." - from Dedication page. A fascinating readable and nostalgic coverage of the topic, from a Christian perspective. The thirty-four chapters cover such topics as: Selecting a wife; Love-making and its dangers; Establishing the intimate relations of marriage; Should husbands be present at childbirth; The Erring Wife; Sowing Wild Oats; The truth about masturbation; how virility is destroyed, and much much more. Black and white photographic frontis of author and his young family. Spine leans slightly to right. Small spot of white paint on front board. Infrequent markings by prior owner in ink. Gilt letters upon spine and front board. Tiny tear inside front hinge. Average wear and appearance.; 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall; Macfadden, Bernarr Manhood and Marriage 364 pages. "This book endeavors to raise up the fallen, to shed the light of knowledge where only the darkness of the vilest prudery reigns, to place health of body and purity of mind whithin the reach of every hum. Good .

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