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2020-04-01
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Weininger, Otto
1880
1903
15010478
Geschlecht und Charakter. English
Sex and Character
Sex & Character
Authorised Translation from the Sixth German Edition
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"Sex & Character" by Otto Weininger is a philosophical text written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complex relationship between the sexes, attempting to reduce the spiritual differences of men and women to a singular principle grounded in characterology. Weininger presents his system by characterizing sexual types through philosophical and biological lenses, thereby illuminating the intricacies of human sexuality. The opening of the work sets the stage for Weininger's ambitious exploration of gender dynamics, suggesting that traditional categorizations of male and female overlook the nuances of human identity. He critiques the superficial binaries often employed in discussions of gender, advocating instead for a recognition of the gradients and transitional forms between sexes. By referencing embryological development and the fluidity of sexual characteristics, Weininger lays the groundwork for an extensive analysis that aims to uncover the underlying laws of sexual attraction and the philosophical implications of sexuality, ultimately suggesting that individual identities cannot be distinctly classified but rather exist on a spectrum of maleness and femaleness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Character
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Sexual ethics
Sex (Psychology)
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Category: Philosophy & Ethics
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