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An Anthology Of Erotic Prose - Derek Parker
An Anthology Of Erotic Prose - Derek Parker
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An Anthology of Erotic Prose, edited by Derek Parker, is a curated collection of erotic writing drawn from literature spanning several centuries. Parker selects works from notable authors across different eras and cultures, presenting them both for their sensual content and their literary merit. The anthology ranges from the playful and romantic to the explicitly carnal, illustrating how erotic expression has evolved in style, tone, and social acceptability.
The selections are typically framed by Parker’s brief introductions, which set historical and cultural context for each piece, noting the author’s background and the work’s original reception. Writers included cover a wide spectrum — from classical poets and Renaissance storytellers to 19th-century novelists and modern provocateurs — ensuring a mix of voices, genders, and perspectives. The collection’s appeal lies not just in its erotic charge, but also in its ability to reveal shifting attitudes toward sexuality, censorship, and artistic freedom over time.
While it’s primarily literary, the book doesn’t shy away from explicit themes, making it more than a purely academic survey. Parker’s choices aim to balance aesthetic elegance with sexual frankness, so the anthology works both as a historical sampler and as a celebration of erotic writing as an enduring and respected part of literature.






