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Have you taken a bath? Some societies feel that genitals need alteration for hygienic, cosmetic, social, medical, psychological reasons; taking the course of initiation/religious rites, fatherly recommendations, motherhood myths, cultural requisitions for men to find brides, sexual control, boldness, marital fidelity & hygiene. 36 countries world-wide currently undergo the practice. This is a detailed anthropological work on the pros & cons of genital mutilation. Learn why parents recommend the practice. While adequate steps are now being taken to abolish the practice, many people want the practice to go on as an homage to their culture. While Britain, France & Sweden are among the countries who have outlawed the practice, America is yet to outlaw the practice. The author is a journalist with a wealth of experience in investigative work. The book is a meticulous exploration of a taboo subject, despite threats. In addition to her other books, The Silver Screen, The Midnight After Sunday School, The Solutions Within - (Political Schizophrenia & Diplomatic Begging), TAKING A BATH is another tell-all best-seller. Order from St. Candid House, Inc., 230 Mt. Vernon Pl., Ste. 3P, Newark, NJ 07106.Ukemenam, Lynda B. is the author of 'Taking a Bath? Find out why Cutting of Genitals Is Hygienic!: Hard Facts and Myths on Female Circumcision', published 1994 under ISBN 9781885974006 and ISBN 1885974000.
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