<blockquote> <p> Why are women biologically driven to find Mr. Tall, Dark, and Handsome?<br> Can more sex help ensure a safe pregnancy?<br> What effect does pornography have on a man's fertility? </p> </blockquote> <p> Dr. Sharon Moalem, author of the <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>Survival of the Sickest</i>, takes us on a trip from prehistory to the forefront of cutting-edge medical research?and through a bedroom or two?to tell the story of how human sexuality has developed over time. <i>How Sex Works</i> challenges common perceptions about our bodies as it provides answers to such provocative questions as: </p> <ul> <li>Can the birth control pill influence the type of men women are attracted to? </li> <li>Why do hourglass-shaped women tend to be especially fertile? </li> <li>When are women most likely to cheat? </li> <li>Can twins have different fathers? </li> </ul> <p> From the composition and function of human sex organs to the fascinating biochemistry behind sexual attraction, <i>How Sex Works</i> is an entertaining, comprehensive exploration of culture, biology, and history that takes us far beyond our common understanding of sex. </p>