Mary Edwards Walker
Mary Edwards Walker
In the captivating pages of "Unmasked, or the Science of Immorality," Mary Edwards Walker, a pioneering physician and suffragist, unveils the hidden truths behind the societal ills that plague humanity. Through a scientific lens, she exposes the root causes of immorality, challenging conventional wisdom and societal norms. Walker's groundbreaking work delves into the psychological and physiological factors that influence human behavior, revealing the intricate interplay between nature and nurture. Prepare to be unmasked as Walker fearlessly dissects the complexities of human nature, offering a path towards a more just and equitable society.
Mary Edwards Walker was a physician and surgeon who served in the Civil War. An abolitionist, prohibitionist, and cross-dressing leader of the women's dress reform movement, she published this lively sex manual in 1878. It is a curious blend of useful information and Victorian sexual mythology, at once puritanical and explicit.