Erotica: An Illustrated Anthology of Sexual Art and Literature

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Summary: A must have for the sensual soul
Review: Erotica : An Illustrated Anthology of Sexual Art and Literature is the first book in a series that shows in wonderful detail the rich history of the great masters in art and writing, of what is called Erotic or very Sensual Art.

Most serious art lovers will want to own the series of books. It is sad that when people think of either erotica or sensuality in art or prose that they often confuse it with what I call raw pornography. I am not a censor etc but simply draw a distinction. Because what the great masters created (and a select few modern day artists) and what modern day society erotists create with air brushed accuracy. The masters drew and painted realistic bodies, with the love handles and other human imperfections.

This is why I appreciate books like these. They help make me feel comfortable with the human body, and in doing so, they help be succumb to the joys the naked body can evoke.

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Summary: sexy and smart
Review: This is a sexy, lighthearted book with pictures and writing that ranges from gorgeous to goofy.
A fun book for couples as well as to look over alone or with a friend.
A lot of the pictures appear in other erotic anthologies, but the presentation here is worth the buy.

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Summary: One of the few pleasures in life that never change ..
Review: Today, moreso than ever literature fine works of art never change .... a book, once written can easily become timed, but the works of art of the ages become more valuable with age and allows us an insight into the many hidden treasures of the past.

The erotic art contained in this illustrated anthology shows works over a span of 2000 years from all on the continents and many many cultures. From painings, etchings, drawings, snuff boxes, carvings, mouldings etc etc this book is exquisitely compiled and a pleasure to read and enjoy. If you have ever enjoyed wandering into chinatown in San Francisco to see the wide selection of erotic ivory carvings being offered then definitely you will just devour this book which also includes some fine examples of these carvings.

Most erotic literature published as little as ten years ago always included some of the drawings and etchings to illustrate the stories. Todays books however are devoid of these little pleasures which makes this illustrated anthology that much more important.

If you have any appreciation for fine art and erotica then buy this book it's a treasure to be enjoyed over the years.