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Magnetation Methods of Birth Control

Chapter 2: INTRODUCTION.
By Margaret Sanger
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A concise pamphlet surveys non-mechanical birth-control theories grouped as magnetation, including male continence, Karezza, sedular absorption, and similar practices, tracing roots in communal experiments and various European Neo-Malthusian movements. It presents the theory that sexual activity comprises distinct amative and propagative functions and argues semen discharge can be voluntarily withheld, redirecting sexual energy for health and spiritual benefit. The pamphlet compares these approaches with barrier and chemical methods, discusses practical requirements such as emotional bond and discipline, and points readers to foreign literature and organizations that promote reproductive self-control.

INTRODUCTION.

In the previous pamphlets, “English Methods of Birth Control” and “Dutch Methods of Birth Control,” one finds a duplication of the methods given in the first pamphlet, “Family Limitation.” The French methods of Birth Control are so nearly the same that I have decided not to duplicate these again, but to give instead a list of the books and pamphlets issued by the French League, and also cuts or pictures of some of the articles they have for sale at their headquarters, 27 Rue de la Duée, Paris. These will be found at the end of this pamphlet.

I also find that the methods used to control births in Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, India, Russia, and Japan have all been greatly influenced by the English and Dutch Neo-Malthusian Leagues (the two oldest Leagues). To give further national methods would be only a waste of time and material, and would add nothing to what has already been given. This does not mean that there are not many other mechanical devices. There are numerous ones; but I still find that there is nothing better, safer, cheaper, or more convenient than the pessary mentioned in “Family Limitation.”

In France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, and Sweden there are strong Neo-Malthusian movements advancing the Birth Control theories by lectures, literature, and practical means. In Russia, Japan, India, and United States there have been recently feeble attempts to establish Birth Control movements; but as yet they have remained embryonic.

I have decided to close this series of pamphlets with the following explanation of the Magnetation method, and feel that I have said all that I can say of interest on Birth Control methods. I have gladly donated my mite toward what I consider essential to woman’s economic, social, and sexual freedom.