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Bonk

The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex
Book • 2008
In 'Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex', Mary Roach delves into the complex and often humorous world of sexual science.

The book addresses various intriguing questions such as whether one can think themselves to orgasm, why Viagra is less effective for women, and whether a dead man can sustain an erection.

Roach combines fascinating anecdotes with scientific insights, discussing historical accounts, social stigmas, and modern research in the field of human sexuality.

Her unique approach makes the book both entertaining and educational, challenging conventional notions and encouraging open discussions about sex.

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Mentioned by Luke Cook as a book that changed his understanding of female anatomy and pleasure.
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Mentioned by Mary Roach when discussing her book Bonk, which is about sex.
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