“Even after they had stopped modeling for Playboy and had settled down with other men to raise families of their own, Hugh Hefner still considered them his women, and in the bound volumes of his magazine he would always possess them.”
This book examines the social and cultural shifts surrounding sexuality in the United States during the latter half of the twentieth century. It delves into the lives of various people, including those who participated in the emerging sex industry, such as swingers, pornographers, and advocates for sexual liberation. The narrative also considers the legal and moral debates of the era, as well as the personal stories of individuals navigating new freedoms and conflicts. The work is known for its immersive reporting and its attempt to understand the broader implications of the sexual revolution on American society. more
Gay Talese, born on February 7, 1932, is an accomplished American author known for his in-depth profiles and newspaper reporting. He is considered one of the representatives of the 'new journalism' movement. more
“Do not be too hard, lest you be broken; do not be too soft, lest you be squeezed.”
“To make one good action succeed another, is the perfection of goodness.”
“People's hearts are like wild animals. They attach their selves to those that love and train them.”
“Abstinence from sins is better than seeking help afterwards.”
“I was not created to be occupied by eating delicious foods like tied up cattle.”