About this book
John Harvey Kellogg's Plain Facts for Old and Young stands as a provocative nineteenth-century examination of human sexuality, health, and moral behavior that challenged the ignorance surrounding reproductive science during its era. Originally published in 1881, this philosophical and scientific work addresses the widespread prevalence of sexual excess and transgression, offering Kellogg's perspective on the consequences of violating what he termed "sexual law."
Written by the distinguished physician and medical superintendent of the Battle Creek Sanitarium, the audiobook combines anatomical education with moral instruction, carefully balancing scientific clarity with propriety. Kellogg's ambitious scope encompasses discussions of reproductive anatomy and the physiological effects of sexual behavior, presented through the lens of nineteenth-century health philosophy and social reform.
This work remains historically significant for understanding Victorian attitudes toward sexuality, medicine, and public health advocacy. Kellogg approaches his controversial subjects with the earnestness of a reformer determined to dispel ignorance through proper education, making the text invaluable for those interested in the history of medical ethics, sexual attitudes, and health education.
This audiobook appeals to history enthusiasts, medical historians, students of Victorian culture, and anyone curious about how scientific and moral frameworks intersected in shaping public discourse around human sexuality and health during the nineteenth century.
