Description:The bestselling author of A Natural History of the Senses now explores the allure of adultery, the appeal of aphrodisiacs, and the cult of the kiss. Enchantingly written and stunningly informed, this "audaciously brilliant romp through the world of romantic love" (Washington Post Book World) is the next best thing to love itThe bestselling author of A Natural History of the Senses now explores the allure of adultery, the appeal of aphrodisiacs, and the cult of the kiss. Enchantingly written and stunningly informed, this "audaciously brilliant romp through the world of romantic love" (Washington Post Book World) is the next best thing to love itself.
This book offers an exhilarating tour of the subject by exploring its changing nature from ancient to modern times. Her encounters with Cleopatra, Abelard and Heloise, and Romeo and Juliet are edifying. A section on the ideas of love includes some heady discussions of Stendahl, Proust, and Freud. Ackerman picks up speed when she tackles the erotics of love with pieces on women and horses, men and cars, and the sensuality of looking. Ackerman's wild imagination savors the great intangibles of love.... (more)(less)
Manufacturer : Vintage Release date : 21 February 1995 ISBN-10 : 0679761837 |
ISBN-13: 9780679761839
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