Alex Comfort
Born in 1920
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Alexander Comfort, M.D., Ph.D. was a multifaceted intellectual born in 1920 who made significant contributions to various fields.
Best known for authoring The Joy of Sex, he played a crucial role in the sexual revolution of the 20th century.
Comfort was a medical professional and gerontologist, as well as an anarchist, pacifist, and conscientious objector.
His diverse interests and expertise led him to write numerous books on a wide range of topics beyond sexuality.
Comfort's work in The Joy of Sex helped to normalize discussions about sex and intimacy, making him an influential figure in both medical and cultural spheres.
He passed away in 2000, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking literature and ideas.
