The Naked Woman by Desmond Morris

“The Naked Woman” is a book by zoologist and ethologist Desmond Morris, first published in 2004. The book examines the female body and its role in human society from an evolutionary perspective. Morris argues that the female body has evolved in response to the demands of reproduction and mate selection, and that these evolutionary adaptations have shaped human culture and social behavior.

The book covers a range of topics related to the female body, including breast size and shape, the menstrual cycle, and sexual behavior. Morris explores how these features have evolved over time, and how they influence human behavior and culture. He also looks at the ways in which society has constructed various myths and taboos around the female body, and how these cultural beliefs have influenced our understanding of femininity and sexuality.

Morris’s writing style is engaging and accessible, with a mix of scientific research and cultural analysis that makes the book both informative and thought-provoking. The book is illustrated with a number of photographs and drawings that help to illustrate Morris’s points and make the text more visually interesting.

Overall, “The Naked Woman” is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the female body and its place in human society. Morris’s approach is both scientific and cultural, providing a nuanced and multifaceted view of a topic that is often shrouded in mystery and myth. The book is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in human biology, evolution, or gender studies.