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The Soul of Sex: Cultivating Life As an Act of Loveby Moore, Thomas
Book DescriptionHarpercollins. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1998. Hardcover. 0060186976 . No price on DJ. ; 6 x 9.5 inches; 308 pages; From DJ: "In our age of science and psychology it's tempting to think of human sexuality in terms of biology and interpersonal relationships. But this new book by Thomas Moore regards sex as an experience of the soul and emphasizes the themes of fantasy, desire, meaning, and morality. In The Soul of Sex, Moore turns especially to religion, mythology, literature, rites, stories, and visual imagery that see in sex some of the most profound mysteries of life. He finds spirituality inherent in sex and at the same time explores the many ways in which spiritual values can sometimes wound our sexuality. He recommends chastity and celibacy for everyone-as aspects of sexuality and not only as literal lifestyles-and presents them as a means of developing a sensuous spirituality. The Soul of Sex also establishes the principle that one can't have a fully satisfying sex life in a world that is asexual and antierotic. Thomas Moore recommends many ways in which society could tone down its moralism and create a public life that is erotic, one that affirms desire and pleasure. He sees widespread attention to sex in the media as a symptom of our failure to find a positive place for sex in the culture, and he spells out an Epicurean way of life in which the simple, deep pleasures of good food, friends, family, home, and intimacy with nature provide an appropriate erotic base for a fulfilling sex life. This is a book for any individual of any gender or lifestyle who is trying to integrate sex into the rest of life. It is also a tool for couples, helping them to explore their sexuality with honesty, appropriate emotional complexity, civility, and comfort. Moore argues that sex should be at the center of life and at the top of our priorities and if we don't give sex its due, it will haunt and consume us. But when sex has soul, deep pleasure and meaning find a common home, and in that sense this book is a sex manual for the soul." . Bookseller Terms of Sale
Returns are accepted for a refund and shipping will be refunded also if the item was not as described. Orders usually ship within 2 business days. S&H charges are as follows: U.S. Media (book rate) - $4.00 for 1st item and $1.00 for each additional. I may contact you for additional postage for heavy items. Massachusetts customers please add 6.25% sales tax. Please email me for more information on any book or to add a picture, if one is missing. Even more information about this bookSummary of The Soul of Sex: Cultivating Life As an Act of LoveMedia reviews of The Soul of Sex: Cultivating Life As an Act of Love Customer ReviewsOn Mar 25 2008, mgodown07 said:  "This is a wonderful book on the experience of sex as a soulful endeavor. I would highly recommend it for everyone who is either a sensitive person or even for those considered to be among the unemotional. It is a highly insightful read for added inspiration to those who appreciate sensuality. Sex is portrayed as an act into the spiritual realm. It is a great philosophy for all who want to feel connected and intimate with their partner. This is not an erotica book, but will bring one to a closer sense of the sacred of thir own sexuality. I have personally purchased and given it as a gift on three occasions. It is a highly recommended and thoughtful book by Thomas Moore. "
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