Author |
Paget, Stephen, 1855-1926 |
Title |
Adolescence
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Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Constable & Company Limited,1917.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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Summary |
"Adolescence" by Stephen Paget is a lecture-based publication presented to Oxford University Extension Students in the early 20th century, specifically in 1917. The book discusses the complex and transformative years of adolescence, with a focus on the intricacies of sexual awareness and moral development during this critical period. Paget attempts to address the challenges of guiding young people through these formative years while stressing the importance of direct communication about sex and spirituality. In "Adolescence," Paget emphasizes the necessity for parents and educators to engage directly and honestly with adolescents about topics of sex and God, recognizing that these are pivotal areas of curiosity and confusion for young people. He argues against both ignorance and overly evasive approaches to sexual education, insisting that children should be well-prepared and informed. The book balances the physiological aspects of adolescent development with a call for spiritual guidance, proposing that a combination of sound knowledge and moral values can help young people navigate the dangers and temptations of early adulthood. Throughout his work, Paget advocates for thoughtful, honest discussions and a deep understanding of each child's unique temperament and needs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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Subject |
Adolescence
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Subject |
Sex instruction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
67501 |
Release Date |
Feb 26, 2022 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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