History of Chinese Erotic Culture (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Liu Daling
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: Over 5,000 years, the content of sexual culture across various aspects and dynasties is vast and ever-growing in terms of data. However, how can we summarize, refine, and correctly grasp it? Studying history is not just about indulging in nostalgia for the past; it is about applying ancient wisdom to the present and learning from history. So, what conclusions and lessons can we draw from the 5,000-year history of sexual culture? Sex influences society by affecting population, and both a shortage or surplus of population are highly detrimental to societal development. As a result, societies must take corresponding measures. For example, in the 18th century, a small European country like Prussia suffered from a population shortage and thus encouraged childbirth, even to the extent of promoting promiscuity, leading to a rapid increase in population in a short period. Nowadays, in some countries, a sharp decline in the male population and severe gender imbalance force them to become quite liberal in terms of sexual relations between men and women. Over 5,000 years, the content of sexual culture across various aspects and dynasties is vast and ever-growing in terms of data. However, how can we summarize, refine, and correctly grasp it? Studying history is not just about indulging in nostalgia for the past; it is about applying ancient wisdom to the present and learning from history. So, what conclusions and lessons can we draw from the 5,000-year history of sexual culture? Ten years ago, I did not fully grasp this, but now, I feel I have a deeper understanding. If it were just a pile of materials, it might be overwhelming for readers, but some guiding principles would be better. Therefore, in this book, I added "Sex Can Influence History" and "Three Epic Poems Reflecting Ancient Love" as the "Introduction," and "Historical Insights and Conclusions" as the "Afterword," to help readers gain a deeper rational understanding while also strengthening the analysis throughout the book.