The Criminal - Ellis, Havelock

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Résumé :
This book contains Havelock Ellis?s 1890 study, ?The Criminal?. In this text, Ellis has endeavoured to present a critical summary of ?criminal anthropology?, or the characteristics of criminals. Although much of what is contained within this book now belongs decisively in the realms of pseudoscience, Ellis?s ?The Criminal? will appeal to collectors and those with an interest in the development of scientific thought. Contents include: ?The Study of the Criminal?, ?Criminal Anthropology?, ?Cranial and Cerebral Characteristics?, ?The Face?, ?Anomalies of the Hair?, ?Criminal Physiognomy?, ?The Body and Viscer?, ?Heredity?, ?Tattooing?, ?Motor Activity?, ?Physical Sensibility?, ?Moral Insensibility?, ?Vanity?, ?Intelligence?, etcetera. Henry Havelock Ellis (1859 ?1939), also referred to as Havelock Ellis, was an English physician, writer, and social reformer who studied human sexuality. He was co-author of the first medical textbook in English on homosexuality in 1897, and also published works on a variety of sociological issues. Many vintage texts such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now, in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Sommaire:
Havelock Ellis (1859-1939) was a British physician and social reformer best known for his pioneering work in the field of human sexuality. His most notable contributions include his extensive writings on sexual health, gender, and social issues, which challenged prevailing Victorian norms and promoted a more open understanding of sexuality. Ellis is perhaps best known for his multi-volume work, Studies in the Psychology of Sex, where he explored various aspects of sexual behavior, identity, and psychology. He advocated for sexual education and the importance of understanding sexual health as integral to overall well-being. In addition to his work on sexuality, Ellis was an early advocate for women's rights and gender equality, addressing issues such as reproductive rights and the societal constraints placed on women. His progressive views made him a significant figure in the early feminist movement. His legacy continues to resonate in contemporary conversations about sexual health and rights....