Al mia fratineto: Letero pri la seksvivo

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ortt, Felix, 1866-1959

Contributor:

Müller, A.

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Al mia fratineto: Letero pri la seksvivo" by Felix Ortt is a letter-style book written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a guide aimed primarily at young women, addressing the complexities and moral considerations surrounding love, relationships, and sexuality. Through a conversational tone, the author seeks to elevate the understanding of these topics, moving beyond mere romantic narratives found in popular literature of the time. In the book, Felix Ortt writes an extensive and thoughtful letter to his young sister, exploring the true essence of love in contrast to fleeting infatuation or physical attraction. He articulates that genuine love is rooted in a sense of unity and deep connection between individuals, rather than superficial qualities or desires. Ortt emphasizes the importance of emotional compatibility and moral integrity in relationships, particularly by cautioning against getting swept away by the allure of romantic fiction. He outlines the natural aspects of sexuality and urges his sister to approach these subjects with understanding and dignity, warning against the potential pitfalls of promiscuity and the societal pressures that can lead to unhappy unions. Through this discourse, Ortt aims to guide his sister toward a mature and morally responsible perspective on love and relationships, ultimately advocating for a thoughtful approach to intimacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Andrew Sly, Roland Rotsaert and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Translation of Aan mijn zusje: brief over het geslachtsleven

Release date is 2020-03-08