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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.

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)

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. 

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 ...

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 ...