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Joy of Sex (R) [Paperback]

Alex Comfort (Author)
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Physician and acclaimed human sexuality expert Comfort, who died in 2000, covered sexual liberation 30 years ago with his landmark book, The Joy of Sex. In this revised edition, other than titillating illustrations of a post-millennium couple (say goodbye to the bearded satyr of old) and a certain cheeky charm, there's not much new under the bedroom blanket. Although the book offers plenty of graphic suggestions, few will look daring or new to contemporary readers. (There's a lot of harmless, kooky stuff, though: "playing at horses," for example, or the "Viennese oyster" position.) Comfort's comparison of sexual satisfaction to a full-course meal feels a bit like yesterday's leftovers, and he's not shy about pushing his personal taste either: "Armpit. Classical site for kisses. Should on no account be shaved." Comfort issues warnings about sexually transmitted diseases with the usual suggestions for protection, and some surprising cautions: "Never blow into the vagina," he writes. "This trick can cause air embolism and has caused sudden death." If new information is what readers are after, this revision probably won't do the trick, but for anyone whose 1972 copy is getting a little rough around the edges, here's a perfect excuse to get a new one. 20 full-color photographs, 80 line illustrations.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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The update of a classic, published posthumously (Comfort died in 2000).
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Humorous but yet very informative and full of new ideas, Mar 27 2006
This review is from: Joy of Sex (Hardcover)
I had to read this book for a philosophy of sex class and then write a review, to me this book was a great read. The author was easily understood and added a twist of humor to his work which i found made it all the more interesting. I think this is an amazing book for those who are inexperienced in sex and the whole aspect of sexuality, as well as couples who would like to try new things, the book coveres everything. It's great for everyone (I do mean mature readers though because he is very honest and blunt which makes it even better!) The pictures aso made the book more intreguing I found that they would put through the message that Comfort was trying to portray, (ESPECIALLY "excercises" p. 64). It is a great book but not for close minded people. I love the fact that this book is based on tenderness and lovemaking, even though he does cover the aspects of swinging and so on. This book is great for those wanting to become better lovers, couples wanting to spice up their love life as well as the beginners!
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2.0 out of 5 stars joy of sex, Jun 11 2003
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H. J. Scanlan (Sandwich, MA United States) - See all my reviews
I have never written an electronic book review but I found compelled in this instance. The author knows the subject matter and has obviously done alot of research but I found his style of writing to be rather pompous and difficult to understand. I re-read many passages two and three times trying simply to understand the thought that he was trying to convey. Oftentimes, I never did understand what was being written. Perhaps the book is intended only for "intellectuals". At times, I came across passages that seemed incongruous or odd, and the thought occurred to me, "Is this an attempt at humor?". Once I finished the book, I turned to the Contents page which, among other things, says "They (the illustrators) have worked closely with the Editor to reflect the style of this book-its humor, honesty..........." It wasn't until I read this comment that I realized that the author made attempts at humor throughout the book. The author also made many references to Freud which I found annoying. Who cares? The author is a practicing physician; I recommend that he not quit his day job.
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2.0 out of 5 stars joy of sex, Jun 11 2003
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H. J. Scanlan (Sandwich, MA United States) - See all my reviews
I have never written an electronic book review but I found compelled in this instance. The author knows the subject matter and has obviously done alot of research but I found his style of writing to be rather pompous and difficult to understand. I re-read many passages two and three times trying simply to understand the thought that he was trying to convey. Oftentimes, I never did understand what was being written. Perhaps the book is intended only for "intellectuals". At times, I came across passages that seemed incongruous or odd, and the thought occurred to me, "Is this an attempt at humor?". Once I finished the book, I turned to the Contents page which, among other things, says "They (the illustrators) have worked closely with the Editor to reflect the style of this book-its humor, honesty..........." It wasn't until I read this comment that I realized that the author made attempts at humor throughout the book. The author also made many references to Freud which I found annoying. Who cares? The author is a practicing physician; I recommend that he not quit his day job.
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