
An Outline ofSexual Morality
Kenneth Ingram
Author’s Note
Introduction
An Outline of Sexual Morality
Chapter 1: Apologia
Chapter 2: Official Attitudes towards Sex
Chapter 3: The General Principles of Purity
Chapter 4: Celibacy
Chapter 5: Non-Celibacy
A thoughtful early‑20th‑century investigation, this work treats sexual instinct not merely as a private matter but as a cornerstone of public health and national vitality. Drawing on the emerging fields of psychology and physiology, the author examines how self‑knowledge, self‑control, and love intertwine to shape both individual wellbeing and the broader social fabric. The introduction frames the discussion as a practical guide for anyone seeking a clearer, more balanced outlook on the role of sexuality in everyday life.
The book moves beyond personal morality to address wider concerns such as marriage, celibacy, divorce, and the impact of eugenic ideas on social policy. It also explores educational approaches and the challenges posed by unconventional temperaments, always stressing the need for compassionate, evidence‑based perspectives. Readers will find a measured, scholarly voice that invites reflection on how the deepest human drives can be understood and integrated responsibly into a healthier society.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (109K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2010-11-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1882–1965
A barrister and lay theologian who also wrote unusual, idea-rich fiction, he brought spiritual questions and a touch of the fantastic into his books. His work ranges from religious and social commentary to novels such as Midsummer Sanity, remembered for its meeting of everyday life with Faerie.
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