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The seven volumes of Studies in the Psychology of Sex by Havelock Ellis (1859-1939) that appeared between 1900 and 1928 were each a landmark in the more open considerations of sexual impulse in the Western world. And none more so than Volume 2, which appeared in 1900. It examined homosexuality, though Ellis more frequently used the term sexual inversion, which, at the time, had broader (but not derogatory) implications. 

Havelock Ellis (1859-1939) was a pioneering figure in modern sexual studies. In the early years of the 20th century, through his seven volumes of Studies in the Psychology of Sex, he paved the way for a more scientific and less judgemental attitude towards the subject, unhampered by the restrictions of religious or moral conventions. Ellis (simultaneously with Sigmund Freud) helped Western society to consider sexual behaviour, in all its many forms, with fresh eyes.

This is a new edition of “Affirmations,” originally published in 1915 by Houghton Mifflin, of New York. Part of Adeptio’s “The Best of Havelock Ellis Collection,” from the “Unforgettable Classic Series,” this is not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Adeptio Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “The final value of any book is not in the...

This is a new edition of “Sexual Inversion,” originally published in 1915 by F. A. Davis Company, Publishers, of Philadelphia. Part of Adeptio’s “The Best of Havelock Ellis Collection,” from the “Unforgettable Classic Series,” this is not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Adeptio Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “Sexual Inversion...

This is a new edition of “The Criminal,” originally published in 1890 by Scribner & Welford, of New York. Part of Adeptio’s Unforgettable Classic Series, this is not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Adeptio Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “The Criminal” is a remarkable work on criminal anthropology—a new science which arose in Italy ...

“Sexual Inversion” was the first English medical textbook on the topic of homosexuality. The book became a part of Ellis’s six-volume “Studies in the Psychology of Sex.” Havelock Ellis and John Addington Symonds agreed to collaborate on a new study that would combine Symonds's historical analysis on homosexuality with Ellis's experience with medical and scientific theory. Symonds died in 1893 before the book was concluded. “Sexual Inversion” was first published in German in 1896 (Leipzig, by Georg H. Wigand's Verlag) entitled “Das Konträre Geschlechtsgefühl,” under ...

In this compelling second volume of a six-part series, delve deep into the intricate world of Sexual Inversion, a term historically used to describe homosexuality. Authored by the renowned British sexologist Havelock Ellis in the late 19th century, this work blends anthropology and psychology to explore the complexities of sexual identity. Ellis, a physician and social reformer, presents a groundbreaking examination of sexuality that challenges societal norms of his time. Join narrators Tim Ferreira and John Fricker as they bring this important piece of history to life, shedding light on the ...

Dive into the intriguing world of human sexuality with the first volume of this groundbreaking six-part series. This installment delves deeply into the concepts of The Evolution of Modesty, The Phenomena of Sexual Periodicity, and Auto-Eroticism. Authored by Havelock Ellis, a renowned British sexologist, physician, and social reformer of the late 19th century, this work presents a profound anthropological and psychological exploration of sexual behaviors. Join Tim Ferreira as he guides you through Elliss thought-provoking insights and analyses, shedding light on the complexities of human ...

In Study of British Genius, Ellis delves into the psychological and anthropological traits that define genius in the British Isles. Drawing from a rich tapestry of information sourced from the Dictionary of National Biography, he explores a myriad of topics, including ancestral heritage, geographical distribution, professions, and the health and morbidity of the eras most distinguished men and women. This insightful work also posits a provocative theory that large cities may hinder the emergence of high achievers and negatively impact national health. (Summary by Leon Harvey)

Volume 3 delves into the complexities of the sexual impulse, examining the intricate relationship between love and pain. In this exploration, I discuss the phenomena often labeled as sadism and masochism, shedding light on these extreme sexual perversions. Rather than just presenting a medico-legal perspective, I aim to explain these aberrations, linking them to the fundamental aspects of the sexual impulse and suggesting that, in their most basic forms, they can be seen as normal. These threads of behavior are interwoven throughout the psychological landscape of sexuality, appearing at ...

This is a new edition of “The New Spirit,” originally published in 1892 by Walter Scott, Ltd., of London. Part of the project Immortal Literature Series of classic literature, this is a new edition of the classic work published in 1892—not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Pen House Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “The New Spirit” was ...

This is a new edition of “The Criminal,” originally published in 1890 by Scribner & Welford, of New York. Part of the project Immortal Literature Series of classic literature, this is a new edition of the classic work published in 1890—not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Pen House Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers' features. “The Criminal” is a ...

This is a new edition of “The New Spirit,” originally published in 1892 by Walter Scott, Ltd., of London. Part of Adeptio’s “The Best of Havelock Ellis Collection,” from the “Unforgettable Classic Series,” this is not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Adeptio Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “The New Spirit” was Havelock Ellis' ...

This is a new edition of “The Criminal,” originally published in 1890 by Scribner & Welford, of New York. Part of the project Immortal Literature Series of classic literature, this is a new edition of the classic work published in 1890—not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Pen House Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers' features. “The Criminal” is a ...

This is a new edition of “Little Essays of Love and Virtue,” originally published in 1922 by George H. Doran Company, of New York. Part of Adeptio’s Unforgettable Classic Series, this is not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Adeptio Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. In “Little Essays of Love and Virtue,” Havelock Ellis set forth certain ...

This is a new edition of “Little Essays of Love and Virtue,” originally published in 1922 by George H. Doran Company, of New York. Part of the project Immortal Literature Series of classic literature, this is a new edition of the classic work published in 1922—not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Pen House Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers' features. In ...

This is a new edition of “The New Spirit,” originally published in 1892 by Walter Scott, Ltd., of London. Part of the project Immortal Literature Series of classic literature, this is a new edition of the classic work published in 1892—not a facsimile reprint. Obvious typographical errors have been carefully corrected and the entire text has been reset and redesigned by Pen House Editions to enhance readability, while respecting the original edition. The eBook edition was designed in an elegant style and set to take full advantage of the readers’ features. “The New Spirit” was ...