The Art of Sensual Massage

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Summary: Great for the beginner!
Review: As a practitioner and teacher of sensual massage, I've noticed a peculiar complex in students, clients and the general public. The idea that the ability to perform a good, healthy massage requires some special magic, or years of professional training, is something deeply ingrained in many of us (largely as a result of the clinicization and licensure of this ancient art). Gordon Inkeles brings massage back to where it originated -- the common people.

Tasteful, artistic B&W photos and encouraging, descriptive text make his book both inspiring and instructional. Every step, from making your own oils to massaging each part of the body, are covered in exquisite detail. Other special treats are also included, such as tips on erotic massage for couples, and basic plans to build your own massage table.

Gordon's books have been invaluable to me; I own them all. Although the trend these days seems to be going in the direction of video (and he has one available too), the amount of detail in this book can't be adequately covered on tape -- unless it was made into a box set.

I highly recommend this book for people of all levels of knowledge, but particularly for those wanting to learn massage. This book will give you the encouragement you need to get started, then guide you as you learn.

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Summary: The Demystification of Massage
Review: As a practitioner and teacher of sensual massage, I've noticed a peculiar complex in students, clients and the general public. The idea that the ability to perform a good, healthy massage requires some special magic, or years of professional training, is something deeply ingrained in many of us (largely as a result of the clinicization and licensure of this ancient art). Gordon Inkeles brings massage back to where it originated -- the common people.

Tasteful, artistic B&W photos and encouraging, descriptive text make his book both inspiring and instructional. Every step, from making your own oils to massaging each part of the body, are covered in exquisite detail. Other special treats are also included, such as tips on erotic massage for couples, and basic plans to build your own massage table.

Gordon's books have been invaluable to me; I own them all. Although the trend these days seems to be going in the direction of video (and he has one available too), the amount of detail in this book can't be adequately covered on tape -- unless it was made into a box set.

I highly recommend this book for people of all levels of knowledge, but particularly for those wanting to learn massage. This book will give you the encouragement you need to get started, then guide you as you learn.

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Summary: Delivers great sensuality
Review: Great book. No hype here. I was actually massaging the first night (what a date!). Highly recommended!

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Summary: Fabulous. Everything you need is here.
Review: Having purchased many massage books over the years I still find this one, my first, to be a great inspiration. Inkeles' love for massage really comes through and you are able to get right into the technique--usually a few minutes after you open the book! Beware of some of the older editions of "The Art of Sensual Massage" which were printed on low quality paper. The photos suffer. The Arcata Arts edition ... is much improved throughout and has many updates to the text.

Indeed, this truely is THE essential massage book, especially for beginners.

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Summary: Not what I expected.
Review: I purchased this book as a gift for my wife not knowing that it is peppered with photos of naked hippies. The massage techniques look okay but I couldn't get past all the crotch up photos of naked men. Just wanted to make potential purchasers aware that this book might not be appropriate for everyone.

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Summary: Great for the beginner!
Review: I read the reviews for this book and I'm happy to say that it lived up to them: 5 stars! I've been wanting to try massage for a long time and this book is great for anyone that doesn't know much about the techniques. The book gives simple instruction, clear pictures and even handy tips. The nudity in the pictures isn't offensive at all, it's rather beautiful. The people in the pictures aren't models, they are actual couples and you can see that they really are enjoying each other on a new level. The photographer did a wonderful job. The techniques in this book are easy to learn, in fact I read the book, jotted down some notes and in the same night was able to surprise my work-stressed boyfriend with a sensual massage. He gives it 5 stars too.

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Summary: Powerful and seductive
Review: This book was interesting to read...there were some good techniques in it, however, the pictures were definitely dated. I didn't find them particularly helpful, and some of the instructions for massage techniques were hard to follow. The first chapters were informative, as they gave some tips and procedures for massage. Overall, there are probably better books out there. It's not exactly what I was expecting...

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Summary: The Art of Sensual Massage
Review: This book was interesting to read...there were some good techniques in it, however, the pictures were definitely dated. I didn't find them particularly helpful, and some of the instructions for massage techniques were hard to follow. The first chapters were informative, as they gave some tips and procedures for massage. Overall, there are probably better books out there. It's not exactly what I was expecting...

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Summary: Great book, works on many levels
Review: This first (and still the greatest popular massage book) belongs in your library if you are serious about massage. No other book manages to teach massage so easily and with such great results. You will get compliments from your friends when you massage them. Note: this is really a couples approach, not a strictly professional one. I love this book!

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Summary: Great book, works on many levels
Review: Whether you are looking for a professional masseur or a sex therapist you will LOVE this book. The techniques absolutely do not disappoint. Great relaxation through sensuality. This book is particularly easy to get into if you are a beginner in massage.