A Study of the Trends of Sexual Interest and Status of Knowledge of Young Women in Their Late Adolescence...

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Isabel Davenport

A Study of the Trends of Sexual Interest and Status of Knowledge of Young Women in Their Late Adolescence

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Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Gender studies: women; Age groups: adolescents; Child & developmental psychology; Sexual behaviour

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""A Study of the Trends of Sexual Interest and Status of Knowledge of Young Women in Their Late Adolescence"" by Isabel Davenport is a pioneering empirical inquiry into the psychological and social development of young women during the early 20th century. Conducted during a transformative era for the social sciences, this work explores the extent of sexual awareness and the prevailing attitudes toward intimacy, biology, and social status among women entering adulthood.

Davenport utilizes a structured methodology to analyze the curiosities and common misconceptions held by her subjects, providing a rare window into the educational and social environment of the 1920s. The study examines how societal norms and the contemporary lack of formal instruction influenced the formative years of young women, highlighting the significant gap between biological curiosity and the available information of the time.

This volume remains a valuable resource for scholars of psychology, sociology, and the history of education. It offers deep insights into the evolution of sexual pedagogy and the shifting cultural landscape regarding women's health and autonomy. By documenting these trends through a scientific lens, Davenport contributes to the broader understanding of human development and the historical challenges faced by young women in navigating their own physiological and emotional maturity.

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By: Isabel Davenport
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 104g
ISBN: 9781026017074
ISBN 10: 1026017076
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active