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Talk Dirty to Me: An Intimate Philosophy of Sex
We live in a world in which almost every public image--every interaction--carries an element of sexual desire. And yet it is nearly impossible for us to talk openly and honestly about sex. Talk Dirty to Me is author Sallie Tisdale's frank, funny, and provocative invitation to the conversation we've been waiting for--but have been too afraid to start.
Sallie Tisdale shuns ...more
Sallie Tisdale shuns ...more
Paperback, 352 pages
Published
May 25th 2011
by Anchor
(first published 1994)
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When I started reading this one I fairly devoured the book. However, it became clear to me early on that I shared a temperament that was not very similar to that of Tisdale's. I like sex, but I also like other things. I don't obsessively categorize my sexual fantasies, nor do I spend my time reading erotica just for the sake of reading erotica. I didn't go into this book expecting to be titillated; instead I was hoping for, as the book said, a philosophical approach to sex.
However, t...more
However, t...more
This book blew my mind. The author uses her own experiences with sexuality and people, interviews, literature and even history to open up a dialog about sex, gender and human sexuality. Each essay is separate but somehow blends seamlessly into the next essay so you can read one essay or all of them.
The only problem I found with this book was that it was difficult to read it around other people because I blushed so hard. It is very sexual and some of her descriptions left me breathles...more
The only problem I found with this book was that it was difficult to read it around other people because I blushed so hard. It is very sexual and some of her descriptions left me breathles...more
I liked this- very well-written and personal, and is just what it says- a philosophy. Very thought-provoking. I wish it was a bit more current (she wonders if there will be a day when there are gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender pride days. um yeah?) but the philosophy is still very relevant. Also, the last section seems a bit thrown together (all of the things she wanted to mention but couldn't figure out how to work into the overarching theme- oh, we can't forget S/M! Throw in phone sex...more
An interesting, personal philosophy of sex. So far I'm really enjoying this--Tisdale does overreach when it comes to the ubiquity of, say, how sexuality permeates life (not everybody experiences the world as such a fully sexual thing as others do), and I have some quibbles regarding how she discusses gender, but what a great book.
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This book is over 14 years old now, and in a way that adds to the fun in reading it. In one section, she talks about ever-expandin...more
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This book is over 14 years old now, and in a way that adds to the fun in reading it. In one section, she talks about ever-expandin...more
This book kept saying things that ought to be obvious, but are not obvious to everyone. Sexuality is complicated. Individuals are complicated. Sex is good. Men and women are alike in some ways yet different in other ways. Cultures differ. 2 + 2 = 4. Please, make it stop.
The fact that by page 112 I was ready to throw the book across the room (I couldn't; I was on a plane at the time) means not that the author wrote a bad book but that I picked the wrong one for me. But jeez, I hated t...more
The fact that by page 112 I was ready to throw the book across the room (I couldn't; I was on a plane at the time) means not that the author wrote a bad book but that I picked the wrong one for me. But jeez, I hated t...more
I couldn't finish reading this book. It's kind of boring. I agree with her on some points but somehow feel that she missed something very essential to sex and love. I don't know yet what it is that she is missing. But I already lost interest in reading this book. That being said, I strongly agree with her on that if we run away or avoid this topic, it will only make this illusion stronger. However, running toward sex and love is not exactly the balanced attitude to deal with them:)
A thorough, academic and philosophical book about sex. Well-researched and intelligently presented, Tisdale attempts to remain objective about this extremely broad topic. I think she covers all areas of major concern in our time very well. One of the most helpful books I have ever read.
Anna
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A great author on this important subject --- always fun and lightheated but engrossing. Enlightening.
I have a hardcover copy with its own slipcase. The b/w design of the slipcase is what first brought my attention to the book.
Tisdale talks "clean" and succintly about sex, so don't be taken in by its title.
Tisdale talks "clean" and succintly about sex, so don't be taken in by its title.
Angela
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I am just beginning, but it looks to be a very interesting read.
Blah. Not nearly as titillating as the title would imply...
SEX IS REAL GREAT KEEP ON.
At times I thought Tisdale was running verbal laps. Going round' and round' without saying anything at all. Just yapping away using phrases to sound intelligent but were unnecessary. I hate to be critical but it made this read quite tedious.
I was also surprised to reach the end of the book and find she didn't feel the need to site ANYTHING. Regardless of the countless references to studies, quotes, famous thoughts in history, there was nothing. I was just surprised.
I was also surprised to reach the end of the book and find she didn't feel the need to site ANYTHING. Regardless of the countless references to studies, quotes, famous thoughts in history, there was nothing. I was just surprised.
i've been reading this forever, it's excellent. if i read books more often these days, i would have finished this in a week.
intellectual (without being snobby like a literary journal or some kinda crap) essays about sex and gender.
intellectual (without being snobby like a literary journal or some kinda crap) essays about sex and gender.
so far it's wonderful. An easy read and highly informative. If you enjot Eve Ensler, you will enjoy Sally Tisdale!!!
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Loved the mid 90's adventure of what sex was becoming to look like in san fran.
So interesting!!!
A must read for every sex-a-holic !!!
A must read for every sex-a-holic !!!
Naughty naughty!!
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