The Kama Sutra is the world-famous text on lovemaking and fulfilment in matters of the heart. Originally compiled in the 3rd century AD by Vatsyayana, a celibate monk, it is a window on the social practices and sexual habits of an ancient world. In the 19th century it gained a new lease of life when translated into English by noted linguist Sir Richard Burton, who was determined to bring its perceptive ideas to a Western audience.
The Kama Sutra would have presented a refreshing if shocking alternative to the stodgy marriage advice manuals of the Victorian age. Its basic tenet - that in order for marriages to be happy the participants should be well-versed in the arts of pleasure, both carnal and of the mind - still holds true. And, in spite of a risqué reputation, it is an illuminating, candid, common-sense guide to living a satisfying life.
Beautifully illustrated throughout.
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| ISBN: | 9781398841154 |
| Publication date: | 1st October 2024 |
| Author: | Vatsyayana |
| Publisher: | Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 128 pages |
| Genres: |
Sex and sexuality: advice and issues Hinduism: sacred texts and revered writings |
The Kama Sutra is the world-famous text on lovemaking and fulfilment in matters of the heart. Originally compiled in the 3rd century AD by Vatsyayana, a celibate monk, it is a window on the social practices and sexual habits of an ancient world.
The Kama Sutra features in the following genres: Sex and sexuality: advice and issues, Hinduism: sacred texts and revered writings
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The Kama Sutra was written by Vatsyayana and published by Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing
The Kama Sutra has 128 pages