The Joy of Sex: The Ultimate Revised Edition

The Joy of Sex: The Ultimate Revised Edition

by Alex Comfort

4.4 (879)

4.4 stars from 879 reviews. Top 91% of Nonfiction books we track.

253 pages~4.2 hr readPublished by WallabyPublished 1972-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

  • You're in a long-term relationship and want practical ideas to keep intimacy playful and connected rather than routine.
  • You're curious about sexuality but find most sex advice either clinical or sleazy. This treats the subject with genuine authority and respect.
  • You're getting older and wondering how to maintain a fulfilling sex life as your body and circumstances change.

Maybe not for you if...

  • You're looking for erotica or arousing fiction. This is a practical manual, not narrative entertainment.
  • You prefer to figure things out on your own without explicit guidance or illustrations.
  • You're seeking advice on sexual dysfunction or trauma. This is aspirational, not therapeutic.

About this book

A revised and updated edition of the influential work that helped couples understand sex as playful, erotic, passionate, exhilarating, and pleasurable. First published in 1972, Dr. Alex Comfort's book became an international bestseller by discussing human physical intimacy with authority and candor, enabling readers to feel empowered about their sexuality. This fully updated, revised, and reillustrated edition includes substantial revisions by sex expert and relationship psychologist Susan Quilliam. New content covers key scientific discoveries in psychology, physiology, and sexology; the Internet and couple-friendly pornography; the role of sex in personal and relational growth; and maintaining a fulfilling sex life with age. The book emphasizes the importance of happy and healthy sexuality throughout life.

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