A Problem in Modern Ethics / Being an Inquiry into the Phenomenon of Sexual Inversion, Addressed Especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists

Name: A Problem in Modern Ethics / Being an Inquiry into the Phenomenon of Sexual Inversion, Addressed Especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists
Author: John Addington Symonds

By John Addington Symonds

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The book surveys medical, legal, historical, anthropological, and literary sources to examine sexual inversion, summarizing medico-forensic and psychiatric theories (including hereditary neuropathy and masturbation as causal), reviewing classical and Christian attitudes, common misconceptions, and polemical and idealistic treatments. It critiques purely pathological explanations by contrasting clinical case history with social and cultural evidence, traces historical variations in practice and perception, and concludes with ethical reflections and concrete suggestions for legal reform intended to promote clearer understanding and more humane treatment.

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John Addington Symonds

John Addington Symonds (1840–1893) was an English poet, biographer, and critic, renowned for his contributions to literature and his exploration of sexuality in the Victorian era. His notable works include "A Problem in Greek Ethics," which examines the phenomenon of sexual inversion, and the multi-volume "Renaissance in Italy," a comprehensive study of Italian culture and art during the Renaissance. Symonds was also an advocate for the rights of homosexuals, and his writings often reflect his progressive views on sexuality. His literary legacy continues to influence discussions on ethics, art, and identity.