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426. Sex, Death, & Storytelling | Andrew Klavan

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Female Sexual Archetype in Literary Pornography

Literary pornography caters more to women's preferences compared to visual pornography which is primarily for men. The common themes revolve around protagonists like surgeons, werewolves, vampires, pirates, or billionaires, often with a blend of these attributes. The standard plot involves an attractive young woman with undisclosed virtues attracting a predatory male, who evolves positively through the relationship. This narrative mirrors the 'Beauty and the Beast' theme, representing a fundamental female sexual archetype.

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