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The literature of kissing

by Charles C. Bombaugh

Level C1 · AdvancedHistorical11 chapters
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About this book

Explore the rich history and cultural significance of kissing, from ancient biblical tales to heartfelt traditions across generations. Discover how this universal gesture expresses love, friendship, reverence, and even deception in every era and society.

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Contents

11 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02PREFACE.
03CONTENTS.
04THE KISS IN HISTORY.
05THE KISS IN POETRY.
06THE KISS IN DRAMATIC LITERATURE.
07THE KISS IN FICTION.
08THE KISS IN HUMOROUS STORY AND ANECDOTE.
09MISCELLANEOUS ASPECTS AND RELATIONS.
10FOOTNOTES
11INDEX.

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