It’s one of the world’s earliest books on sex — but not actually that sexy. We took a deeper look at the Kamasutra, its history, and how it got the reputation it has today. Popularized by British “orientalist” Richard Francis Burton, the book has spread across cultures and continents. While people tend to focus on the chapters involving sex positions, the rest of the seven-part treatise is a fascinating look at ancient Indian power structures, gender roles, and yes -- pleasure.
Monday, November 19, 2018
The Kamasutra is not (just) about sex
It’s one of the world’s earliest books on sex — but not actually that sexy. We took a deeper look at the Kamasutra, its history, and how it got the reputation it has today. Popularized by British “orientalist” Richard Francis Burton, the book has spread across cultures and continents. While people tend to focus on the chapters involving sex positions, the rest of the seven-part treatise is a fascinating look at ancient Indian power structures, gender roles, and yes -- pleasure.
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