""Ottoman Coitus"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Ben Nahum and Pinhas. The book delves into the sexual practices and attitudes of the Ottoman Empire during the 16th and 17th centuries. It explores the complex and diverse sexual culture of the empire, which was influenced by a range of factors including religion, social class, and gender. The authors examine the different sexual practices of the Ottoman elite, including polygamy, concubinage, and homosexuality, as well as the sexual practices of the common people. They also explore the role of sex in Ottoman society, including its use as a means of social control and the ways in which sexual norms were enforced. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including historical documents, poetry, and art, ""Ottoman Coitus"" provides a fascinating and in-depth look at the sexual culture of one of the world's most powerful empires.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Turkish Art of Love, by Pinhas Ben Nahum. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766133508.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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