Kama Sutra (Annotated)
By Vatsyayana, Richard Francis Burton
Length6h 38m
About this audiobook
This annotated edition of the 'Kama Sutra' stands as a pivotal compilation that traverses the ancient allure and contemporary analysis of Vatsyayana's classic treatise on love and intimacy. Enhanced by Richard Francis Burton's insightful annotations, the anthology juxtaposes the original Sanskrit prose with Victorian-era perspectives, offering a unique literary encounter across cultures and epochs. The diversity within this compilation extends through philosophical discourse, erotic axioms, and a sophisticated exploration of the arts of seduction, providing a thorough understanding of both the text's historical importance and its evolutionary interpretations in modern scholarship. The merging of Vatsyayana's foundational texts with Burton's erudite commentary invites readers into a dynamic intercultural dialogue that transcends mere translation. Burton, a prominent orientalist and explorer, brings forward a complex interplay of colonial and post-colonial narratives, while remaining deeply rooted in the authenticity of Vatsyayana's original insights. This cross-cultural annotation not only aligns with the Victorian fascination with the exotic and the erotic but also encourages a broader understanding of the interconnectedness of cultural histories and human relationships. Highly recommended for scholars and enthusiasts of both literary studies and cultural history, this annotated 'Kama Sutra' provides an unparalleled opportunity to examine a cornerstone of Indian literature through a unique Victorian lens. Readers will benefit immensely from the rich dialogue between the ancient and the modern, the East and the West, making this an essential volume for exploring the depths of human desire and the complexities of love as both a personal and cultural experience.
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GenrePhilosophy, Literary Classics
Length6 hrs 38 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Complete Works of Samuel Taylor Coleridge (Illustrated Edition)
25CHAPTER V.
2PREFACE.
26PART IV. ABOUT A WIFE
3INTRODUCTION.
27CHAPTER I.
4PART I. THE VATSYAYANA SUTRA. INTRODUCTORY PREFACE.
28CHAPTER II.
5CHAPTER II.
29PART V. ABOUT THE WIVES OF OTHER MEN.
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6CHAPTER III.
30CHAPTER I.
7CHAPTER IV.
31CHAPTER II.
8CHAPTER V.
32CHAPTER III.
9PART II. OF SEXUAL UNION
33CHAPTER IV.
10CHAPTER I.
34CHAPTER V.
11CHAPTER II.
35CHAPTER VI.
12CHAPTER III.
36PART VI. ABOUT COURTESANS.
13CHAPTER IV.
37INTRODUCTORY REMARKS.
14CHAPTER V.
38CHAPTER I.
15CHAPTER VI.
39CHAPTER II.
16CHAPTER VII.
40CHAPTER III.
17CHAPTER VIII.
41CHAPTER IV.
18CHAPTER IX.
42CHAPTER V.
19CHAPTER X.
43CHAPTER VI.
20PART III. ABOUT THE ACQUISITION OF A WIFE.
44PART VII. ABOUT THE MEANS OF ATTRACTING OTHERS TO YOURSELF.
21CHAPTER I.
45CHAPTER I.
22CHAPTER II.
46CHAPTER II.
23CHAPTER III.
47CONCLUDING REMARKS.
24CHAPTER IV.
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