Sex manual
Sex manual
Sex manual (pronunciation: /sɛks ˈmanjʊəl/) is a type of written document that provides information about sexual practices, techniques, and sexual health.
Etymology
The term "sex manual" is derived from the Latin "sexus" meaning "sex" and the English "manual" meaning "handbook" or "guide".
Definition
A sex manual is a guidebook that provides detailed instructions and information about various aspects of human sexuality. It may cover a wide range of topics, including sexual anatomy, sexual intercourse, sexual health, contraception, and other related subjects.
History
The history of sex manuals dates back to ancient times. One of the earliest known sex manuals is the Kama Sutra, an ancient Indian text that provides detailed instructions on sexual positions, love-making techniques, and other aspects of sexual behavior. Other notable historical sex manuals include the Perfumed Garden, an Arabic work, and the Joy of Sex, a modern Western text.
Related Terms
- Kama Sutra: An ancient Indian text that serves as a guide to a virtuous and gracious living that discusses the nature of love, family life, and other aspects pertaining to pleasure-oriented faculties of human life.
- Perfumed Garden: An Arabic sex manual and work of erotic literature.
- Joy of Sex: A British sex manual, first published in 1972, which was an instant bestseller and is credited with bringing about a revolution in sexual attitudes and practices.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sex manual
- Wikipedia's article - Sex manual
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