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I picked up this book, thinking I'd get some boring Doctor's perspective on Sex and why we rely on it so much. I was pleasently surprised when I go... (show more)
How Sex Works: Why We Look, Smell, Taste, Feel, and Act the Way We Do
Why are women biologically driven to find Mr. Tall, Dark, and Handsome?
Can more sex help ensure a safe pregnancy?
What effect does pornography have on a man's fertility?
In this compelling follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Survival of the Sickest, Dr. Sharon Moalem takes us on a trip from prehistory to the forefront of cutting-edge medical research, and through a bedroom or two, to tell the story of how human sexuality has developed over time. How Sex Works challenges... (show more)
Why are women biologically driven to find Mr. Tall, Dark, and Handsome?
Can more sex help ensure a safe pregnancy?
What effect does pornography have on a man's fertility?
In this compelling follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Survival of the Sickest, Dr. Sharon Moalem takes us on a trip from prehistory to the forefront of cutting-edge medical research, and through a bedroom or two, to tell the story of how human sexuality has developed over time. How Sex Works challenges common perceptions about our bodies and provides astonishing discoveries from the frontiers of science as it traces the transformation of sex across species and through time to its current role in human societies.
Find out the answers to such provocative questions as:
Can the birth control pill influence the type of men women are attracted to? What do men and honeybees have in common when it comes to sex? Why do hourglass-shaped women tend to be especially fertile? When are women most likely to cheat? Can twins have different fathers?
From the composition and function of human sex organs to the fascinating biochemistry behind sexual attraction, How Sex Works presents captivating new ideas and surprising answers to questions about contraception, fertility, circumcision, menopause, STDs, homosexuality, orgasms, and more. This is an entertaining, comprehensive exploration of culture, biology, and history that takes us far beyond our common understanding of sex.
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After having read extensively on this topic over the years, I figured it would be good to read about it from a scientific perspective rather than a... (show more)
After having read extensively on this topic over the years, I figured it would be good to read about it from a scientific perspective rather than a social/emotional/spiritual view. This book didn't do it for me, though, as it is SO evolutionary -driven. It constantly explains sexual aspects only in the way that it relates to animals or in how it carries humans to a higher level in the evolutionary process. I was able to glean some interesting truths from it, but certainly wouldn't recommend it to others. (show less)
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Just read it, everything will make sense. And you may learn things that change your way of thinking about human behavior. NOTE: evolution geeks you will love this book.
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A quick easy read with a few interesting facts. My problem with books of this type is that ultimately they don't amount to much - they are a collection of facts with references to interesting research in the chosen field. Bonk by Mary Roach has the same theme but Dr. Moalem's effort is definitely better.
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