The Joy of Sex: Sexual Positions
Worth buying if: You want illustrated position diagrams from Alex Comfort's classic guide.
Skip it if: You expect comprehensive sex-therapy theory or modern LGBTQ+ inclusive language.
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Summary
The Joy of Sex: Sexual Positions (Alex Comfort) is a 63-page, illustrated excerpt-style guide that distills the original manual into clear descriptions and diagrams of positions, transitions, and practical tips for partnered intimacy.
Why this book now
This Random House 1997 edition republishes Comfort's landmark sex-positon guidance for readers seeking a straightforward, posture-focused supplement to modern sex-positive conversa.
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- You want illustrated position diagrams from Alex Comfort's classic guide.
- You appreciate short practical chapters on transitions and technique.
- If you favor lyrical short chapters, the relationship develops slowly and realistically.
- You expect comprehensive sex-therapy theory or modern LGBTQ+ inclusive language.
- You need a long, research-heavy, or fully updated sexuality textbook.
- You need the newest edition, freshest examples, or the most current framing.
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Exact edition: Edition shown · ISBN-13 9780609600337
Worth buying if: You want illustrated position diagrams from Alex Comfort's classic guide.
Skip it if: You expect comprehensive sex-therapy theory or modern LGBTQ+ inclusive language.
Check Amazon for the current price and availability of this exact edition.
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Reading commitment
Quick Easy to move through
At 63 pages, this is a quick, deliberate read—ideal for skimming diagrams or reading a single position-focused section in one sitting.
What stands out here
This Random House 1997 pocket-sized edition emphasizes illustrated positions and concise practical advice drawn from Comfort's broader The Joy of Sex manual.
Best way to approach it
Approach it as a hands-on reference: flip to diagrams for visual guidance, read the short notes on technique, and use it alongside partner communication rather than as exhaustive instruction.
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Exact edition: ISBN-13 9780609600337
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