An insightful and informative exploration of how sex and love have been perceived throughout history. Written by one of the most respected authors in the field, this volume offers readers an informative and engaging examination of the nature, ethics, and philosophy of love and sex. "The Philosophy of Love and Sex" looks at all aspects of how love and sex have been perceived throughout history, with a focus on how 20th-century thinkers in various intellectual traditions have looked upon them. Topics addressed include: the nature of sexual pleasure, desire, and activity; sexual ethics and their plausibility; the moral and social issues of pornography, prostitution, and adultery; and, the significance of love in sex.