Sex & Character
A Deep Dive into Gender, Sexuality, and Identity in Early 20th-Century European ThoughtBy Otto Weininger
Length10h 7m
About this audiobook
In "Sex & Character," Otto Weininger presents a controversial and groundbreaking exploration of the interplay between gender and morality, framed within the philosophical and psychological discourse of the early 20th century. Weininger employs a distinctive analytical style, combining rigorous argumentation with deeply personal reflections, which invites readers to engage with provocative ideas about masculinity, femininity, and the societal constructs that shape human behavior. His work is influenced by contemporaneous debates in psychology and philosophy, particularly regarding the dichotomy of sex and the nature of character, rendering it a pivotal text in understanding gender dynamics during a period of social upheaval. Otto Weininger, an Austrian philosopher and cultural critic, was deeply influenced by his own existential struggles and the intellectual currents of his time, including positivism and psychoanalysis. Weininger'Äôs background in philosophy and his keen observations of societal norms informed his views on sexual identity and moral character, ultimately leading to this seminal work. His life, marked by brilliance and tragedy, reflects the complexity of the themes he engages with, as he grapples with his own identity within the societal frameworks he critiques. "Sex & Character" is essential reading for those interested in gender studies, philosophy, and the historical context of sexuality. Weininger'Äôs unflinching examination of the correlations between sex and ethics remains relevant today, challenging readers to reassess their understanding of human nature and the moral implications of gendered behavior. This thought-provoking text provides an invaluable perspective for scholars and curious minds alike.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length10 hrs 7 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER II MALE AND FEMALE PLASMAS
11CHAPTER V TALENT AND MEMORY
2CHAPTER III THE LAWS OF SEXUAL ATTRACTION
12CHAPTER VI MEMORY, LOGIC, AND ETHICS
3CHAPTER IV HOMO-SEXUALITY AND PEDERASTY
13CHAPTER VII LOGIC, ETHICS AND THE EGO
4CHAPTER V THE SCIENCE OF CHARACTER AND THE SCIENCE OF FORM
14CHAPTER VIII THE “I” PROBLEM AND GENIUS
5CHAPTER VI EMANCIPATED WOMEN
15CHAPTER IX MALE AND FEMALE PSYCHOLOGY
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6SECOND OR PRINCIPAL PART THE SEXUAL TYPES
16CHAPTER X MOTHERHOOD AND PROSTITUTION
7CHAPTER I MAN AND WOMAN
17CHAPTER XI EROTICS AND ÆSTHETICS
8CHAPTER II MALE AND FEMALE SEXUALITY
18CHAPTER XII THE NATURE OF WOMAN AND HER SIGNIFICANCE IN THE UNIVERSE
9CHAPTER III MALE AND FEMALE CONSCIOUSNESS
19CHAPTER XIII JUDAISM
10CHAPTER IV TALENT AND GENIUS
20CHAPTER XIV WOMAN AND MANKIND
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