David Buss

The Evolution of Desire by David Buss is a seminal work that delves into the complex and fascinating world of human mating. Drawing from a wealth of research across evolutionary biology and psychology, Buss explores the primal instincts and social influences that shape how humans seek, find, and maintain romantic relationships. The book is structured around the theory that human...

Sexual conflict permeates ancient religions, from injunctions about thy neighbour's wife to the sexual obligations of marriage. It is etched in written laws that dictate who can and cannot have sex with whom. Its manifestations shape our sexual morality, evoking approving accolades or contemptuous condemnation. It produces sexual double standards that flourish even in the most sexually egalitarian cultures on...