Attributing its insights to Vatsyayana, a Vedic philosopher from the Gupta Empire, this ancient Hindu text explores not only sexual intercourse but also the broader themes of virtue, love, and family life. Celebrated as one of the most renowned literary works on human sexuality, it provides a comprehensive perspective on the complexities of relationships and human experiences.
This luxurious edition features the Kama Sutra, a seminal text on love and fulfillment originally compiled in the 3rd century AD by the celibate monk Vatsyayana. It offers insights into the social practices and sexual habits of ancient society. Translated into English by Sir Richard Burton in the 19th century, it challenged Victorian norms with its candid approach to pleasure in marriage. The book remains a practical guide to achieving satisfaction in life, packaged in an elegant silkbound format with full-color illustrations, ideal for collectors and gift-givers.
Exploring the intricate art of lovemaking, this classic text offers a comprehensive guide to sensuality and intimacy. It delves into various sexual positions, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection and mutual pleasure. Vatsyayana provides insights into relationships, courtship, and the balance of love and desire, making it a timeless resource for understanding human sexuality. The work combines practical advice with philosophical reflections, celebrating the beauty of romantic and sexual experiences.
This book was written in Sanscrit and provides a fascinating insight into a culture far removed from our own. Revealed is an ancient philosophy on love and how to treat women, both out of and in the bedroom. The book is of course most well known as a manual on how to reach a higher level of pleasure in one's sexual experience. The text was written by Vatsyana, who was and is renowned as the chief authority on Hindu erotic literature - Kama Sutra is literally translated as "Aphorisms on Love". Note - this version of the book is without illustrations.
Ancient Explorations Into Eroticism For the Modern Age
Rooted in ancient Indian tradition, this seminal text serves as the definitive guide on human sexual behavior, exploring the intricacies of lovemaking and sensuality. Written by Vatsyayana, it offers practical instructions and insights into the art of relationships, making it a significant work in Sanskrit literature. Originating from the Abhira Kingdom, it has been revered through the ages for its comprehensive approach to understanding human intimacy.
Love and sex. All seek it, and some are even lucky enough find it, but few are able to perfect it. How many lovers throughout the world understand its subtle intricacies and are able to maximize their exploration of its mysteries? Are you one of them? Arguably the most famous work on sex ever written, this classic erotic text is considered to be the definitive work on love and all aspects of sex in Sanskrit literature. The Vatsyayana Kama Sutra is translated for you in its original form presented complete with exotic illustrations. The timeless text and lessons on love, marriage and the joys of sexual unions provides a valuable resource that will help you and your partner maximize your intimacy with techniques, sexual positions, and words of advice. The Kama Sutra covers human nature and ancient eastern society. Surprisingly frank and without guilt or shame, the relevance of this sensuous work has not diminished and people will continue to consult it for a thousand years to come. Let the wisdom of Vatsyayana guide you through the ages-old act of Love. Unlock the hidden pleasures that Sex has to offer!
A box of four books that make accessible the ideas of four of the greatest thinkers the world has known. Love by Vatsyayana, Hindu sage and author of the Kama Sutra. Power, by Niccolo Machiavelli, master of realpolitik. Happiness by Marcus Aurelius, author of Meditations. Faith by St. Paul, founding father of the Church.
"The Kāma Sūtra deals without ambiguity or hypocrisy with all aspects of sexual life--including marriage, adultery, prostitution, group sex, sadomasochism, male and female homosexuality, and transvestism. The text paints a fascinating portrait of secular life in classical India ... whose openness to sexuality gave rise to a highly developed expression of the erotic."--Jacket.
