Product Description
How Babies Are Made, Time Life Books, written by Andrew Andry and Steven Schepp, illustrated by Blake Hampton. Copyright 1968, printed in the U.S.A. 1973 by Time-Life Books, New York. Hardcover book with Dust Jacket, 88 pages, 8.5" x 8.5" (216mm x 216mm) .
Condition:
Dust Jacket: the dust jacket has several large tears on the back, and it has wear marks on both the front and back
Book: the book is in overall excellent condition with no noticeable problems, the covers spine and binding are very good, and there is no writing or creased pages.
Synopsis:
How Babies Are Made, published by Time-Life Books in 1968, is a straightforward and educational picture book designed to explain human reproduction to children. Using simple language and a calm, factual tone, it begins by describing plant and animal reproduction, gradually introducing the concept of how human babies are conceived, grow in the womb, and are born. The book emphasizes biological processes like fertilization and development while steering clear of slang or emotional overtones, aiming instead for clarity and honesty appropriate for a young audience.
What makes the book notable is its combination of anatomical diagrams and cut-paper illustrations that gently but accurately depict reproductive organs, intercourse, and pregnancy stages. While its visual style is intentionally non-sensational, its openness was groundbreaking for its time. The book was widely praised for demystifying a subject many parents found difficult to discuss, and it remains a notable example of early sex education literature aimed at children.
Product Description
How Babies Are Made, Time Life Books, written by Andrew Andry and Steven Schepp, illustrated by Blake Hampton. Copyright 1968, printed in the U.S.A. 1973 by Time-Life Books, New York. Hardcover book with Dust Jacket, 88 pages, 8.5" x 8.5" (216mm x 216mm) .
Condition:
Dust Jacket: the dust jacket has several large tears on the back, and it has wear marks on both the front and back
Book: the book is in overall excellent condition with no noticeable problems, the covers spine and binding are very good, and there is no writing or creased pages.
Synopsis:
How Babies Are Made, published by Time-Life Books in 1968, is a straightforward and educational picture book designed to explain human reproduction to children. Using simple language and a calm, factual tone, it begins by describing plant and animal reproduction, gradually introducing the concept of how human babies are conceived, grow in the womb, and are born. The book emphasizes biological processes like fertilization and development while steering clear of slang or emotional overtones, aiming instead for clarity and honesty appropriate for a young audience.
What makes the book notable is its combination of anatomical diagrams and cut-paper illustrations that gently but accurately depict reproductive organs, intercourse, and pregnancy stages. While its visual style is intentionally non-sensational, its openness was groundbreaking for its time. The book was widely praised for demystifying a subject many parents found difficult to discuss, and it remains a notable example of early sex education literature aimed at children.