The Kama Sutra of Vātsyāyana

Written by the ancient Indian philosopher Vātsyāyana sometime between the 1st and 6th centuries A.D., the Kama Sutra is literally translated as "Aphorisms on Love." It is intended as a manual for not only love and intimacy but also a treatise on the politics and customs of relationships between men and women. The Kama Sutra, while sought after for its instruction on sexual positions, is much more than just a guide for lovemaking. Presented here is the classic translation of Sir Richard Francis Burton.