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How To Think More About Sex

Navigating the complexities of modern relationships

Alain de Botton author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pan Macmillan

Published:22nd Jun '23

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This insightful book encourages a deeper understanding of sexuality, addressing modern dilemmas while balancing love and desire in relationships.

In How To Think More About Sex, Alain de Botton offers a candid exploration of the complexities surrounding modern sexuality. This book serves as a guide for those who find themselves grappling with the often confusing interplay between love and desire. De Botton's approach is both rigorous and honest, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and feelings related to sex. He acknowledges the disconnect many people feel between societal expectations and their personal realities, making it clear that feeling 'normal' in this context is a rarity.

The author delves into various topics, including lust, fetishism, adultery, and pornography, providing readers with insightful perspectives on the dilemmas that arise in contemporary sexual relationships. De Botton's frank discussions aim to offer both consolation and clarity, inviting us to think more deeply about the nature of our sexual experiences, whether they are fulfilling or lacking. By addressing these often-taboo subjects, he encourages a more open dialogue about our desires and the complexities of intimacy.

Ultimately, How To Think More About Sex serves as a philosophical inquiry into the emotional and psychological aspects of sexuality. It challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions and to embrace a more nuanced understanding of their sexual lives. This book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to navigate the intricate balance of adventure and commitment in their relationships.

Intelligent, non-self-helpy, yet immensely helpful guides to modern living. * New York Times *
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ISBN: 9781035019724

Dimensions: 197mm x 130mm x 10mm

Weight: 122g

160 pages