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Bundling: The Curious Custom of Courting in Bed

Bundling: The Curious Custom of Courting in Bed

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ISBN10: 1258771101
ISBN13: 9781258771102
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jul 27 2013
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Bundling: The Curious Custom Of Courting In Bed by Don Maust is a fascinating historical account of the practice of bundling, a unique form of courtship that was popular in colonial America. Bundling involved couples spending the night together in bed, fully clothed and separated by a board or other barrier. This unusual custom was intended to allow couples to get to know each other intimately while still maintaining their virtue and avoiding the temptation of sex before marriage.Maust delves into the history of bundling, exploring its origins in Europe and its evolution in America. He examines the social and cultural factors that contributed to its popularity, as well as the controversies and criticisms that surrounded it. Through historical documents, diaries, and personal accounts, Maust paints a vivid picture of life in colonial America and the role that bundling played in courtship and marriage.This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of courtship and romance, as well as those curious about the unique customs and practices of colonial America. Maust's engaging writing style and thorough research make Bundling: The Curious Custom Of Courting In Bed a captivating and informative read.A Collection Of Fact, Folklore And Humor Concerning America's Strangest Social Custom. With Added Humor On Courtship, Marriage And Trivia.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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