The Sex Book

Description

200 pages
Contains Bibliography, Index
$18.95
ISBN 1-894222-30-X
DDC 613.9'071

Publisher

Year

2001

Contributor

Illustrations by Grant Cunningham
Reviewed by Irene Punt

Irene Punt is a published author and elementary-school teacher in
Calgary, Alberta.

Review

If you have a question about sex, this excellent book most likely has
the answer. Written in an A to Z format, Pavanel explains human biology
and sexuality in a frank, nonjudgmental, upbeat way.

The book’s clever layout approaches many topics with answers to
questions, a close look at the facts, and specific dialogue for males
and females, including advantages, disadvantages, and what to expect.
Facts are supported with valuable resources and statistics. Readers are
left feeling more confident about sex and their bodies.

Questions include: “Can I get pregnant if I don’t have an
orgasm?” “How can I tell my girlfriend that I don’t want to try a
threesome?” “Is it immoral to have anal sex?” “Why does
menstrual flow sometimes smell bad?” “Will taking the pill make me
fat?” Topics include sexually transmitted diseases, birth control,
sexual abuse, sexual assault, abortion, cancer, and gay relationships.

The Sex Book is an innovative and comprehensive resource book for young
people and adults. Highly recommended.

Citation

Pavanel, Jane., “The Sex Book,” Canadian Book Review Annual Online, accessed December 26, 2024, https://cbra.library.utoronto.ca/items/show/22064.