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“With my somewhat vague aspiring mind, to be imprisoned in the rude details of a most material life was often irksome.”

Quote by Edward Carpenter

Book:Selected Writings: Sex

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Selected Writings: Sex

This book is a compilation of works that delve into the complexities and nuances of human sexuality, offering insights into cultural, psychological, and physiological perspectives. more

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Edward Carpenter

Edward Carpenter was an English poet, social reformer, and philosopher, known for his contributions to the socialist movement and his advocacy for social equality and sexual liberation. Born on August 29, 1844, in Leek, Staffordshire, he is recognized for his poetry that often reflected his beliefs in nature and the human spirit, making him a forerunner of the modern environmental movement. Carpenter passed away on June 28, 1929. more

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