The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
by Vatsyāyana
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A work of philosophy, psychology, sociology, Hindu dogma, scientific inquiry, and sexology, the "Kama Sutra" has been a classic of world literature for more than 1700 years.
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Bibliographic source: Open Library- Who wrote The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana?
The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana is by Vatsyāyana. The catalogue records its first publication in 1883. A later edition may have a different publication date on its copyright page.
- How long is The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana?
The catalogue records 189 pages for a representative edition. Pagination varies with the publisher, format, type size and translation, so check the edition you intend to read.
