The Hindu Art of Love (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169704794)

The Hindu Art of Love is a book written by Richard F. Burton, which delves into the ancient Hindu practices of love and sexuality. The book explores the various aspects of love, including courtship, seduction, and sexual intercourse, as well as the role of the senses in the experience of love. Burton draws on a wide range of Hindu texts, including the Kama Sutra, to provide a comprehensive overview of the Hindu approach to love and sex. He discusses the various techniques and positions described in these texts, as well as the cultural and religious contexts in which they were developed. Throughout the book, Burton emphasizes the importance of mutual pleasure and respect in sexual relationships. He also stresses the need for discretion and caution, particularly in a society where sexual behavior was often closely monitored and regulated. Overall, The Hindu Art of Love provides a fascinating insight into the ancient Hindu practices of love and sexuality, and their relevance to modern relationships. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of sexuality and the cultural traditions that have shaped our understanding of love and desire.The classic companion to the Kama Sutra. Each stanza of this work has a double meaning, after the fashion of the Vedanta, and may be interpreted either mystical or amatory. Contents: discussion on the four orders of women; of the various seats of passion in women; of the different kinds of men and women; description of the general qualities, characteristics, temperaments, etc. of women; characteristics of women of various lands; treating of Vashikarana; different signs in men and women; treating of internal and external enjoyments; astrology in connection with marriage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Richard F. Burton
ISBN-10: 1169704794
ISBN-13: 9781169704794
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 126
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.38d