“Unlike the millions who casually masturbate in solitude while looking at girlie pictures in Playboy and similar magazines, the massage man preferred an accomplice, an attendant lady of respectable appearance who would help him reduce the guilt and loneliness of this most lonely act of love.”
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