02155cam a22003013u 4500 13569 UtSlPG 20260610133324.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HQ Jacob, Giles, 1686-1744 Tractus de Hermaphrodites; Or, A Treatise of Hermaphrodites Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-10-01 Produced by David Starner, Leah Moser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "Tractus de Hermaphrodites; Or, A Treatise of Hermaphrodites" by Giles Jacob is a scientific publication written in the early 18th century. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the phenomenon of hermaphrodites, which are individuals possessing both male and female reproductive organs. It delves into historical, anatomical, and legal perspectives, particularly focusing on how hermaphrodites are treated in matters of marriage and personal relationships. In this work, Jacob categorizes different types of hermaphrodites and discusses their sexual intrigues and anatomical distinctions. He presents numerous intriguing case studies and anecdotes that illustrate the complexities surrounding hermaphrodites in society, including their capacity for love, reproduction, and the legal implications tied to their identities. Jacob also examines various theories about the generation of hermaphrodites, diving into the intersection of nature, nurture, and societal norms. Overall, the treatise serves as both a scholarly investigation and a reflection on the human experience regarding gender and sexuality in the context of early modern thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sex -- Early works to 1800 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13569 54958 54958