The Penis Book: An Owner's Manual (Paperback)

by Margaret Gore (Author) "How do men learn about sex?..." (more)
Key Phrases: sexual health centre, Family Planning Association

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review
You would think that the mythology of male sexuality is a thing of the past, that most men know that from time to time their penises won't achieve or sustain erections, and that guys have just as much right as women to occasionally not be in the mood. But images of hyperdrive masculinity still exist in popular culture, and as long as guys take them to heart, they'll continue to freak out over the smallest malfunctions. Thus, The Penis Book is a comfort object, a small and easily concealable guide to how the penis works and why it occasionally doesn't, how men can effectively prevent impregnating their partners, and how to deal with the real problems that occur, including STDs.

Product Description
A man's genitalia are not simply reproductive organs but the symbol of his manhood. The Penis Book is designed to help men understand more about the reality of sex, and to provide practical information about the make body--how it works and what to do if things go wrong. The book will help to allay common fears, correct misconceptions, and lead to a more physically and emotionally satisfying life. B&W line drawings throughout.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin Pty., Limited (Australia) (October 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1864483296
• ISBN-13: 978-1864483291
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,984,859 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars waste of time and money, January 11, 2001

By A Customer

Well, as the book is too thin, it doesn't say anything. You can have all the info that is there by just asking a common person and surfing the internet. Other books are better, if you're a beginner this is OK. But if you need deeper answer or understanditng, this is a waste.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful Book, May 29, 2001

By	"-lochlan-" (Philadelphia) - See all my reviews

The Penis Book gives an understanding of the male genitalia, clearly written. It is helpful for any man, from puberty to senior years. This book helps tell you how to have sex, how to keep from getting STD's, and about everything a man needs to know. From testicular cancer to erections, and from the testicles to sex drive, this book helps.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Penis Unvarnished, July 3, 2003

By	Chaz Worthington (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews

We American guys think we know everything about penises. But the truth is we know about our own--not the penises of our friends or men of other races and cultures. This book shows how circumcision can negate sensation. While USA guys love to parade our penises on nude beached in Europe oh so proud of the so-called superior beauty of a circumcised penis WHEREAS our European friends with their so-called UGLY uncut penises are having the last laugh as they get more of a thrill from their "tool" then we do with ours. The book shows us that the old rant about size NOT mattering is the bunk every guy has always known. Size matters to heterosexual women not to gay men as much. Read this to learn that a penis needs maintenance like an old wooden tennis racquet and needs to "breath" like fine wine.