The sexual evolution how 500 million years of sex, gender, and mating shape modern relationships
In The Sexual Evolution, Lents explores the diverse range of sexual behaviors and gender expressions found across the animal kingdom, from insects to primates, shedding light on the broader patterns of sexuality in nature. He demonstrates that evolution often favors diversity, as varied strategies c...
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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[New York, New York] :
HarperCollins Publishers
[2025]
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| Edition: | First edition. |
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| Summary: | In The Sexual Evolution, Lents explores the diverse range of sexual behaviors and gender expressions found across the animal kingdom, from insects to primates, shedding light on the broader patterns of sexuality in nature. He demonstrates that evolution often favors diversity, as varied strategies can enhance survival and adaptation. This perspective, grounded in science, draws from the wide variety of sexual practices found in nature, offering insights into human sexuality. With a narrative style reminiscent of Frans de Waal and Esther Perel, Lents combines storytelling with scientific exploration, highlighting both the complexity of animal behavior and the broader implications for human sexual development. The book serves as both an examination of the natural world and a thoughtful response to conventional views on sex and reproduction. |
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| Physical Description: | 323 pages ; 24 cm. |
| ISBN: | 9780063375444 0063375443 |
