How Sex Got Screwed Up

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Exploring the historical evolution of sexual pleasure and gender roles, the book delves into how Stone Age taboos shaped societal norms and identities. It traces the impact of these taboos through the Bronze and Iron Ages, highlighting their influence on the development of city-states and empires. The narrative continues with early Christian views, which transformed sexual expression into a source of guilt and sin, further entrenching the subordination of women. This examination reveals the deep-rooted complexities of sexuality throughout history.