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Letters of Note: Sex

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Letters of Note: Sex by Shaun Usher is a captivating collection of remarkable letters that explore the theme of sex and relationships. This unique compilation reveals intimate thoughts, desires, and experiences through correspondence from a diverse range of voices, including historical figures and contemporary writers. Each letter offers a glimpse into the personal and societal views on sex, making it a thought-provoking read.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by intimate historical correspondence that delves into themes of love, desire, and human connection. It features a curated collection of letters from a diverse array of voices, providing an intriguing glimpse into the private thoughts and emotions that have shaped personal and public histories.

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Letters of Note: Sex

A compulsive collection of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and powerful letters with sex at their heart, curated by the founder of the global phenomenon lettersofnote.com

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In Letters of Note: Sex, Shaun Usher collects together some of the most noteworthy missives ever written on the subject, from euphemism-laden, flirtatious exchanges and desire-driven expressions of passion to sincere and thoughtful meditations on the meaning of sex.

Includes letters by:

  • John Cheever
  • Sigmund Freud
  • Dorothy Day
  • James Joyce
  • Margaret Mead
  • Henry Miller
  • AnaΓ―s Nin
  • Mae West
  • & many more

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The reviews for Letters of Note: Sex reflect high praise, highlighting its engaging nature and the enjoyment found in its pages. It's described as a delightful reading experience, akin to savouring each piece like a delectable treat, and is noted for its beautiful presentation, including photographs and facsimiles. Overall, it receives acclaim for being a compelling collection that stands out in the genre.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786895561

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Compiled by Shaun Usher

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 121g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Shaun Usher is a writer and sole custodian of the popular blogs lettersofnote.com and listsofnote.com. He has transformed both blogs into bestselling books, crowd-funded by Unbound and jointly published by Unbound and Canongate. He lives in Wilmslow with his wife Karina and their two sons. He is the author of the bestselling Letters of Note, More Letters of Note, Lists of Note and Speeches of Note. Along with Simon Garfield's To the Letter, Letters of Note inspired Letters Live, a series of live performances celebrating the enduring power of literary correspondence, with great performers reading remarkable letters to a live audience.

lettersofnote.com | shaunusher.com | letterslive.com | @LettersOfNote

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