Together Sex: A Complete Resource Guide to the World of Party Sex With Down to Earth Advice
DESCRIPTION OF BOOK
Here is the first practical guide to the world of party sex—often called "swingers," although the authors shun this term—which has countless followers across the country and which has spawned its own magazines, clubs, restaurants, and resorts, as well as its own very special code of behavior.
The authors define "Together Sex" as "play-dominated sexual interaction resulting directly from party situations...a game which may promote camaderies, communication and growth, but which is mostly played for the joy of playing...a game more enjoyable when more friends play and where strangers are welcome." The book places its greatest emphasis on practical advice; it is a manual complete with resources, addresses, and useful tips for obtaining the skills helpful in meeting other: all about the contact maagzines, how they work and their value, and how to avoid the dishonest practices; how to write and place an ad; how groups operate; how to meet people you will enjpy at socials, bars, and clubs; how to handle the first meeting; how to behave at the party to which you are invited; how to throw your own party.
In addition, the book also focuses on those areas of personal development which are particularly relevant to the enjoyment of Together Sex, Since Together Sex consists almost of intense interpersonal interaction, emotional feelings toward fellow participants take on great importance. The authors discuss such barriers to healthy emotional relaring as jealousy and infatuation, how to avoid the "performance trap," how to develop the tolerance which will make possible the greatest enjoyment. A separate reference section provides a list of contacts for further information and assistance; a list of more than 175 clubs, bars, and other associations, arranged by state and province; and a publications directory.
The authors descrive themselves as having "shared almost a third of our lives. We have called ou relationship by many names. Free marriage, open-ended marriage, intimate network, swingers, multilateral marriage, expanded family etc.... We couldn't honestly tell you what any of these names precicely means. Recognizing that damn few people being put into categories, we have refrained from creating a new one. This book is a guide for people who at times enjoy certain types of sexual interaction." Ann and ed Allen draw on research, interviews, and years of personal experience to develop the first complete picture of this growing phenomenon.
Ann and Ed Allen (1/1/1976). 'Together Sex: A Complete Resource Guide to the World of Party Sex With Down to Earth Advice'. Grove Press, Inc. New York. Hardback. x+288p. ISBN-13: 978-0-394-40947-7.
