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The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
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A timeless celebration of love, pleasure, and human connection, The Kama Sutra returns in a beautifully crafted deluxe edition that restores this ancient Indian masterpiece to its rightful place as a guide to the art of living well. Written nearly two thousand years ago, The Kama...
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A timeless celebration of love, pleasure, and human connection, The Kama Sutra returns in a beautifully crafted deluxe edition that restores this ancient Indian masterpiece to its rightful place as a guide to the art of living well.
Written nearly two thousand years ago, The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana is one of the world's oldest and most influential treatises on love, relationships, and the pursuit of pleasure. Far beyond its reputation as an erotic manual, the work offers a profound exploration of emotional intimacy, mutual respect, and the philosophy of balanced living.
This deluxe hardbound edition presents the complete, unabridged text in an elegant, collectible format, honouring its status as both a cultural document and a work of timeless wisdom. With its emphasis on refinement, emotional understanding, and the art of connection, it remains a guide not only to sensuality but to harmony and fulfilment in every aspect of life.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9789362142788
Publisher: Prakash Books India Private Limited
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 03 March 2025
Country: India
Imprint: Prakash Books India Private Limited
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 567g
Pages: 208
About the Author
Vatsyayana Mallanaga was an Indian philosopher and scholar believed to have lived between the 2nd and 4th centuries CE. Best known for composing The Kama Sutra, he explored the intersections of love, ethics, and daily living, offering insights into human relationships that continue to resonate today. His work stands as a cornerstone of ancient Indian thought-uniting sensual awareness with spiritual and intellectual depth.
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