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On Spermatorrhœa and the Professional Fallacies and Popular Delusions Which Prevail in Relation to Its Nature, Consequences, and Treatment

On Spermatorrhœa and the Professional Fallacies and Popular Delusions Which Prevail in Relation to Its Nature, Consequences, and Treatment

Francis Burdett Courtenay

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Historia de la medicina
ISBN:
9781146426060
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'On Spermatorrhœa' by Francis Burdett Courtenay offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century medical beliefs and practices surrounding a then-prevalent concern: spermatorrhea. This historical text delves into the perceived nature, consequences, and treatments of this condition, reflecting the medical fallacies and popular delusions of the time. Courtenay’s work provides valuable insight into the evolving understanding of sexual health and the anxieties surrounding it during the Victorian era. It remains a significant resource for those interested in the history of medicine, the social construction of illness, and the cultural context of 19th-century sexual attitudes.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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