Castrations From The Private Memoirs Of Sir Kenelm Digby (1828)

By Kenelm Digby and Sir Kenelm Digby

Book Overview

Castrations From The Private Memoirs Of Sir Kenelm Digby is a book written by Sir Kenelm Digby in 1828. The book is a collection of memoirs and anecdotes from the author's life, covering a wide range of topics. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on Digby's experiences as a courtier and diplomat in the 17th century, while the second part deals with his personal life and interests, including his experiments with alchemy and his relationships with women. The book is notable for its frank and sometimes risqu����� descriptions of Digby's sexual encounters, as well as his views on castration and other medical procedures. Despite its controversial subject matter, Castrations From The Private Memoirs Of Sir Kenelm Digby is considered an important historical document, providing valuable insights into the life and times of one of England's most colorful and eccentric figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120020867
• ISBN13: 9781120020864
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"