Insightful exploration of modern sexuality's intricacies.
If you've ever felt perplexed by the complexities and contradictions of your own sexual desires, Alain de Botton's "How to Think More About Sex" might resonate with you deeply. De Botton, with his signature blend of philosophy and candor, offers an enlightened and comforting perspective on the sensitive subject of sexuality. This read could help untangle some of the confusion and encourage a thoughtful examination of what sex means in your life.
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ISBN: 9781447202271
Authors:
Alain de Botton
Publisher: MacMillan
Date of Publication: 2012-05-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.47
(rated by 5218 readers)
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Covering such topics as adultery, lust, pornography, and impotence, Alain de Botton argues that 21st century sex will always be a balancing act of trust versus risk, and of primal desire versus studied civility. By examining sex from a subjective perspective, he uncovers new ideas on how we can achieve that balance.
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Insightful exploration of modern sexuality's intricacies.
If you've ever felt perplexed by the complexities and contradictions of your own sexual desires, Alain de Botton's "How to Think More About Sex" might resonate with you deeply. De Botton, with his signature blend of philosophy and candor, offers an enlightened and comforting perspective on the sensitive subject of sexuality. This read could help untangle some of the confusion and encourage a thoughtful examination of what sex means in your life.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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