EPISODE · May 29, 2024 · 29 MIN
ErotoManiac - Henry Spencer Ashbee 1901
from Rogues Gallery Uncovered · host Simon Talbot
In an extra rude episode, meet 19th-century England's most prolific and energetic smut collector.Henry Spencer Ashbee.Listener discretion is advised - Those Victorians could be spicy! Just how much X-rated material could one gentleman collect?Who were his famous friends?Did he go blind?Was he the mysterious author of erotic classic "My Secret Life"?Was Victorian morality really so 'moral'?It's a furtive delve beneath the crinolines of Victorian society featuring erotic literature, erotic art, general erotica and lots of very rare books. For open minded bibliophiles everywhere SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTBecome an exclusive member of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - a "Rogue with benefits" - with access to some very colourful features. Find out how in episode 40 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - The podcast of bad behaviour in period costume. ( or just visit the website)Thanks for listening. Stay Roguish!Email: [email protected] Visit the website and become a 'Rogue with Benefits' Find me on X, Facebook, Instagram
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In an extra rude episode, meet 19th-century England's most prolific and energetic smut collector. Henry Spencer Ashbee. Listener discretion is advised - Those Victorians could be spicy! Just how much X-rated material could one gentleman collect?Who were his famous friends?Did he go blind?Was he the mysterious author of erotic classic "My Secret Life"?Was Victorian morality really so 'moral'?It's a furtive delve beneath the crinolines of Victorian society featuring erotic literatur...
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