Celibacy is a worldwide practice, often chosen but rarely discussed. In Elizabeth Abbott’s comprehensive history, celibacy is explored in various forms: within religion, among athletes and shamans, in classical poetry, camp literature, voices of castrati, and ancient mythology.
The phenomenon occurs in all strata of society and times, among both famous and unknown persons such as St. Catharina, Jeanne d’Arc, Leonardo da Vinci, Elizabeth I, and Gandhi.
This teaching material is suitable for linguists and those interested in history and culture, with a focus on language and level Dutch (NT2, all levels). It is extremely suitable for education, work, and self-study.
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