Primitive Marriage And Sexual Relations

By Ernest Crawley and Alfred Ernest Crawley

Book Overview

Primitive Marriage and Sexual Relations is a book written by Ernest Crawley that explores the various forms of marriage and sexual relationships that existed in primitive societies. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the different types of primitive marriage, including monogamy, polygamy, group marriage, and temporary marriage. The author provides an in-depth analysis of each type of marriage, examining the social, economic, and cultural factors that influenced their development.The second part of the book focuses on primitive sexual relations, including premarital sex, adultery, homosexuality, and incest. Crawley examines the various attitudes towards sexuality in different primitive societies, and how these attitudes were shaped by cultural and religious beliefs.Throughout the book, the author draws on a wide range of anthropological and historical sources to support his arguments. He also provides detailed case studies of specific primitive societies, including the Trobriand Islanders and the Nuer people of Sudan.Overall, Primitive Marriage and Sexual Relations is a comprehensive and thought-provoking study of primitive societies and their attitudes towards marriage and sexuality. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, sociology, or cultural studies.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Rose: A Study of Primitive Marriage and of Primitive Thought in its Bearing on Marriage, by Ernest Crawley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766126722.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: 1162888342
• ISBN13: 9781162888347
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"