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Exploring the life of Alex Comfort, beyond 'The Joy of Sex', from evangelical child prodigy to anarchist free love advocate. Discussing his secret affair, intentional community in California, anarchist beliefs, financial entanglements, and evolution of sexual discourse.
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- Alex Comfort's diverse career spanned multiple fields beyond 'The Joy of Sex', showcasing his wide-ranging intellectual interests.
- Comfort's upbringing in a non-conformist Christian family influenced his evolution towards anarchism and pacifism, shaping his political views.
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Alex Comfort: The Polymath
Alex Comfort, known primarily for writing 'The Joy of Sex', actually had a diverse career spanning multiple fields. Comfort published over 30 books prior to 'The Joy of Sex', including works on poetry, science, aging, sociology, and more, showcasing his wide-ranging interests and contributions. He established himself as a polymath early on, with a teenage travelogue on mollusks being his first published book. Despite his fame for 'The Joy of Sex', Comfort's legacy extends far beyond this iconic work.
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