Sex at Dawn
Sex at Dawn
The evolutionary truth about human mating, infidelity, and contemporary partnerships
About This Book
This work challenges Western culture's embrace of monogamy, proposing that exclusive pair bonding contradicts fundamental human biology. Through examination of primate evolution, prehistoric human societies, and the agricultural revolution's impact, the authors build their argument for humanity's inherently non-exclusive sexual nature. They contend that misunderstanding our sexual origins undermines both individual well-being and relationship satisfaction, suggesting that acknowledging our promiscuous heritage could transform how we approach intimacy and partnership.
Who Should Read This?
- People curious about the biological origins of human sexual behavior
- Individuals struggling with maintaining long-term sexual exclusivity
- Readers fascinated by evolutionary psychology and anthropology
- Couples questioning traditional relationship structures
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