<DIV><p><b> A gorgeous deluxe edition of the world's most celebrated guide to life, love, relationships and pleasure. </b></p><p>Little is known about Vatsyayana, who is reputed to have composed the <i>Kama Sutra</i> "while observing a celibate's life in full meditation." In Sanskrit the word "kama" means desire, especially for sensual pleasure, and its proper pursuit was considered an essential part of a young, urbane gentleman's well-rounded education.</p><p>Untold numbers of readers are curious about the <i>Kama Sutra</i> but put off by its clichéd image as an erotic Oriental curiosity. This elegant edition offers a compelling modern translation of a classic Indian masterpiece-and a wry and entertaining account of human desire and foibles.</p></div>