Intermediate Types Among Primitive Folk - a Study in Social Evolution

This rare book contains a study of social evolution revolving around the idea that there is a spectrum of ?types? of man and woman. The author postulates that there exists a range in sexuality, there being feminine bodies with masculine minds and feelings, and vice versa. This book is a fascinating read sure to appeal to anyone interested in the topic of gender and sexuality, expertly written in a manner that makes it readily accessible to any level of reader. Chapters contained within include: As Prophet or Priest, As Wizard or Witch, As Inventors of the Arts and Crafts, Hermaphrodism among Gods and Mortals, The Dorian Military Comradeship, Its Relation to the Status of Woman, Its Relation for Civic Life and Religion, et cetera. Originally published in 1914, this scarce book is republished here with an introductory biography of the author. Edward Carpenter was an English poet, socialist, philosopher, and pioneering LGBT activist.