Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana

<i>Kama</i> means desire love and lust; <i>sutra</i> means teachings and verses. The <i>Kama Sutra </i> then is the book of love teaching the best methods of cultivating sensual pleasure sexual desire and loving union. A classic of world literature for 1700 years this is the most explicit and fascinating book ever written for lovers.<br>This immortal work also serves as a window into Indian culture and mysticism. Its unique approach --combining meditations on politics and social customs with counsel on love and intimacy -- features frank direct advice on bodily pleasures from aphrodisiacs and kissing to orgasm-delaying techniques. This edition is the renowned translation by the great 19th-century explorer and writer Richard Burton. Its crisp style sets a new standard for Sanskrit translation and its unblushing faithfulness to the original text sparked controversy in certain corners of the Victorian world. A wellspring of erotic knowledge it remains an inspiration to readers of every era.