Sacred Prostitution is a book written by G. S. Wake that explores the controversial topic of prostitution in ancient cultures. The book delves into the history of sacred prostitution, which was a practice in some ancient societies where women would engage in sexual acts as part of religious rituals. Wake examines the religious and cultural beliefs that led to the development of this practice and how it was viewed by different societies throughout history. The book also explores the role of women in ancient societies and how their status was affected by prostitution. Wake provides a comprehensive analysis of the topic, drawing on a range of historical and cultural sources to provide a nuanced understanding of this complex and often misunderstood aspect of ancient cultures. Overall, Sacred Prostitution is a thought-provoking and informative book that sheds light on an important aspect of human history.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Prostitution and Marriage by Capture, by G. S. Wake. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766127923.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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