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Philosophy of sex and love : a reader
- Title
- Philosophy of sex and love : a reader / edited by Robert Trevas, Arthur Zucker, Donald Borchert.
- Publication
- Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Prentice Hall, ©1997.
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- Description
- xii, 452 pages; 24 cm
- Summary
- The human experience of sex and love has direct impact on our social well-being. By studying sexual philosophy, we allow ourselves, through exposure to a variety of alternative belief systems, to consider new possibilities and options as well as to develop a deeper understanding of the philosophy we already possess. This is the underlying principle behind the readings presented in Philosophy of Sex and Love. Coverage begins with an historical overview of some of the most influential thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Erich Fromm, and Alexander Comfort, who have helped shape contemporary discussions in the philosophy of sex and love. Then, ten major topics treated in the philosophy of sex and love are examined in detail. Guaranteed to spark lively debate, Philosophy of Sex and Love challenges readers to sharpen their critical faculties as they explore the reasons supporting each position and to develop a philosophy of sex and love that, when examined fully and rationally, will not only be self-satisfying but will promote the welfare of society as a whole.
- Alternative Title
- Sex and love
- Subject
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Contents
- Machine generated contents note: Introduction: The Philosophy of Sex and Love -- Ch. 1 Historical Overview -- Ch. 2 Debate Between Sex With Love Versus Sex Without Love -- Ch. 3 Feminist Critiques of Sex and Love -- Ch. 4 Marriage -- Ch. 5 Adultery -- Ch. 6 Prostitution -- Ch. 7 Natural and Perverse -- Ch. 8 Homosexuality -- Ch. 9 Pornography -- Ch. 10 Sexual Harassment and Rape -- App. A Contemporary Religious Discussions -- App. B Psychology and Sex.
- ISBN
- 0023124318
- 9780023124310
- LCCN
- 96031845
- OCLC
- ocm35151212
- 35151212
- SCSB-9581679
- Owning Institutions
- Princeton University Library