Ideal Marriage - 1952 Medical/Sex Guide

Originally published nearly a century ago, Dr. Theodoor van de Velde's "Ideal Marriage" represented a groundbreaking attempt to provide scientific, medical guidance for married couples. Written with clinical precision yet profound empathy, this pioneering work offered what was, for its time, an unusually frank and comprehensive discussion of marital intimacy and relationships. Intended as a medical reference for physicians and couples alike, van de Velde's work explores the physiological and psychological dimensions of marriage with remarkable thoroughness. Drawing on his background as a gynecologist and researcher, the author presents detailed observations about human anatomy, emotional connection, and the foundations of lasting partnerships. While some of its early 20th-century social attitudes may seem dated to modern readers, "Ideal Marriage" remains a fascinating historical document that helped pave the way for more open discussions of marital health and intimacy in medical literature. This influential work provides unique insights into how medical professionals of the 1920s approached counseling couples on building sustainable, fulfilling relationships. - Ideal Marriage: Its Physiology and Technique - Theodoor van de Velde, M.D. Printed 1952, William Heinemann, London Hardcover. Approx. 5.5x8.5in. 298pp plus foldouts. Spine is quite faded. Has inscription on front endpapers to a previous owner. Front hinge is a little crackly.