Hygiene de L'amour

Paolo Mantegazza

L. Chailley, Paris, 1887

Rebound in modern blue cloth. Leather spine label. Hardcover. French text. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Moderate toning. Pages unmarked. Russian post card bound inside. 

Physician, anthropologist, travel writer, novelist, politician, Paolo Mantegazza (1831-1910) was probably the most eclectic figure in late-nineteenth century Italian culture. A prolific writer, Mantegazza can be seen as a forerunner of what has come to be known as cultural studies on account of his interdisciplinary approach, his passionate blend of scientific and literary elements in his writings, and his ability to transcend the boundaries between 'high' and 'low' culture. Though extremely popular during his lifetime both in Italy and abroad, Mantegazza's works have not been made available in a significant English language compilation.