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The Evolution of Vibrators: From Medical Tools to Symbols of Empowerment

This chapter examines the history of the Hitachi Magic Wand and vibrators, highlighting their initial medical marketing and the societal misconceptions surrounding them. It focuses on Betty Dodson's transformative advocacy for female pleasure and the establishment of Eve's Garden, a feminist sex toy store that challenged cultural perceptions of sexuality. The narrative sheds light on how these devices evolved from stigmatized products to symbols of sexual empowerment and independence for women.

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