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Sex Tips from 1894

The Secret to a Happy Marriage, as Told by the Victorians
By Ruth Smythers
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Sex Tips from 1894 offers a humorous glimpse into Victorian-era advice for newlywed brides, penned by Ruth Smythers, the wife of a Methodist minister. The book shares quaint and often absurd guidance on intimacy, reflecting the period's attitudes, such as the infamous rule: "give little, give seldom, and above all, give grudgingly." Accompanied by amusing period engravings, this charming treatise highlights how societal views on marriage and love have transformed over more than a century.
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This book is ideal for readers with an interest in historical perspectives on relationships and marriage, fans of quirky vintage humour, and those seeking a playful, unconventional gift for weddings or anniversaries.

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Discover the secret to a long happy marriage according to the Victorians in this hilarious guide to intimacy from 1894. Whether you're looking for a saucy gift for a bride - or groom - to be, or a cheeky anniversary present, this little book is the perfect guide to entertain and inform any happy couple.

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Discover the secret to a long, happy marriage according to the Victorians in this hilarious guide to intimacy from 1894.

In 1894, Ruth Smythers, beloved wife of The Reverend L. D. Smythers, wrote these heartfelt words of advice for young brides entering into marriage:

One cardinal rule of marriage should never be forgotten: give little, give seldom, and above all, give grudgingly...

The Methodist wife didn't intend to be amusing, but this brief treatise written for young brides is side-splitting today and an eye-opener to how our love lives have changed in just over a century. This little book is:

  • Delightfully ridiculous to the modern eye
  • Accompanied by amusing engravings from the period
  • Filled with Victorian wisdom, which may be more timeless than it first appears!

Whether you're looking for a saucy gift for a bride – or groom – to be, or a cheeky anniversary present, this little book is the perfect guide to entertain and inform any happy couple.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837992706

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Summersdale Publishers

Illustration: One-c-olour illustrations. 42 illos, including full-title page.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 99.0mm

Weight: 108g

Pages: 96

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