Feb 14, 2011 in her new book, the science of kissing, sheril kirshenbaum dissects the kiss with a scalpel, peeling back its glamorized skin to reveal its sociopathic nature. What our lips are telling us, sheril kirshenbaum says kissing evolved to fulfill three essential needs. So there must be a good reason why we do it, right. It was a wholly enjoyable book that has earned a spot on my keeper shelf. Author and researcher sheril kirshenbaum says theres a science behind ki s sin g. Kissing really matters in relationships, said sheril kirshenbaum, author of the book, the science of kissing, published in january 2011. Were discussing the science of kissing with sheril kirshenbaum, author of the new book the science of kissing. Those who have been following my posts know that a kissing scene conveys something to me when its well written, when i can feel the chemistry between the characters you can find my previous posts here. Pdf the science of kissing download full pdf book download. This is the subject of sheril kirshenbaums new book, the science of kissing.
This quote, from kirshenbaums book the science of kissing. Has the science of kissing by sheril kirshenbaum been sitting on your reading list. In her new book, the science of kissing, sheril kirshenbaum explores the real chemistry, history and biology behind one of humanitys fondest pastimes. These behaviours are so diverse, from dogs sniffing and licking potential mates, to elephants putting their trunks in each others mouths. Dooley wilson may sing a kiss is just a kiss in casablanca, but science journalists like sheril kirshenbaum know that even the most fundamental things can benefit from having curiosity applied to them, as in her enlightening examination of the history, science, and prospects of osculatory pursuits. The book was a fun cruise through the history and present status of kissing in different cultures, groups and species in the context of scientific studies on what kissing does to us, and why me continue to do it. In this illuminating short video, based on the altogether fascinating book the science of kissing. Human beings have been preoccupied with kissing for. A kiss can be passionate, aggressive, flirty or used as simple greeting. I wasnt sure what to expect from this book literally, i had no idea about the history of kissing, the science of it, or even if you could study it scientifically but it turns out to be a very fun read, with a lot of really interesting information about locking lips. It brings together lots of information from around the world, including small tribes and people who live on small, far away islands.
The science of kissing, a new book by scientist sheril kirshenbaum, looks at a topic of interest to all of us the touching of two persons lips. But science hasnt yet determined exactly what that function is, and this is especially mysterious when sniffing escalates to kissing. Jan 31, 2012 a 2009 study published in the in the journal medical hypotheses concluded that kissing helps women build up a tolerance to cytomegalovirus, which lives in human saliva. Romantic kissing is a part of more than 90% of human cultures, and its role, as.
In her new book, the science of kissing, sheril kirshenbaum explores the real chemistry, history and. The science of kissing by sheril kirshenbaum grand central. The science of kissing ebook by sheril kirshenbaum. Scientifically proven best ways to kiss a romantic kiss is one of the most anticipated and exciting.
The science of kissing 2011 explains why kissing is so rooted in both human and animal biology, what happens physiologically when we do it and why its a lot more important than you may realize. What our lips are telling us, offers a glimpse into the indepth research behind the act of liplocking. Sheril kirshenbaum on the science of kissing human world. Its been a while since i last shared some of my favorite kissing scenes in books. From a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of how and why we kiss. With a month and a half before the science of kissings debut, ayana byrd at redbook interviewed me for a fun article in their december issue called the kissing project. Dec 16, 2010 the science of kissing was a quick, cute book. Kissing boosts testosterone in a woman and oxytocin in a man, which helps him bond with.
Whats the science behind our desire to kiss one another. Its important to build the relationship and show how the characters are good for each other, so that when they finally kiss, readers will cheer. The science of kissing by sheril kirshenbaum youtube. Dive deeper with the science of kissing, then take a vintage sidewise step with the art of kissing. Yes, says emer maguire, winner of the northern irish instalment of the international science communication competition famelab. The science of kissing by sheril kirshenbaum overdrive. Some of the information seemed very obvious, like women are less likely to go from kissing right to sex, but men dont even need to kiss to move to sex. You know, all the rubbing of our faces all over each other. Pick up the key ideas in the book with this quick summary. Sheril kirshenbaums new book, the science of kissing, explores the history and biology behind mankinds most recognizable gesture of affection.
Pop culture and the academy collide as science study break features researchers from the university of texas at austin discussing the science reality in books, television. Interest in the science of kissing, also known as philematology, is on the increase. Authors have their own ways of writing them and its always interesting. The first part of the book is devoted to the history of kissing as a. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Jul 26, 2015 the first literary evidence for kissing dates back about 3,500 years to indias vedic sanskrit texts, says scientist sheril kirshenbaum, who wrote the book on the science of kissing grand central. What our lips are telling us public library by our mutual friend sheril kirshenbaum, joe hanson of its okay to be smart, who has previously explored the mathematical odds of finding your soulmate, takes us through the neurochemistry.
Sheril kirshenbaum from a noted biologist and science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of how and why we kiss. The book is informed by the latest studies and theories, but kirshenbaums engaging voice gives the information a light touch. Science of kissing the science of kissing science study break is a kiss just a kiss. In it we are going to discuss the most approved methods of kissing, the ad vantages. In it, the native new yorker explores everything that goes on between our lips from the hormones to the. What our lips are telling us hardcover january 5, 2011 by sheril kirshenbaum author visit amazons sheril kirshenbaum page. Kissing is wonderful so wonderful that most of us can recall 90 per cent of the details of our first kiss. In her new book, the science of kissing, sheril kirshenbaum dissects the kiss with a scalpel. Having policy dictate intel is exactly what happened in leading up to the war with iraq.
With less than five weeks to the kissing book deadline, ive just printed the entire manuscript for the first time. The science of kissing what our lips are telling us sheril. When you really think about it, kissing is an odd human behavior. Feb 10, 2014 when you really think about it, kissing is an odd human behavior. Research on the subject was presented at the annual meeting of the american association for. The intersection by sheril kirshenbaum august 27, 2009 1. We can thank both social and evolutionary factors for. The first literary evidence for kissing dates back about 3,500 years to indias vedic sanskrit texts, says scientist sheril kirshenbaum, who wrote the book on the science of kissing grand central. Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news.
The science of kissing science study break youtube. The science of kissing is a wonderful idea for a book that is wonderfully embodied. What our lips are telling us, author sheril kirshenbaum cites the work of rutgers university anthropologist helen fisher, who says kissing evolved to fulfill three essential needs. And sadly, for such wet subject matter, the book reads a bit dry. The science of kissing what our lips are telling us from a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and. Author and ut research associate sheril kirshenbaum draws on her book the science of kissing to discuss the biological reasons we like to lock lips. The science of kissing is a wellrounded and wellwritten book that covers all the bases of kissing. Topics range from the kind of kissing men like to do as distinct from women to what animals can teach us about the kiss to whether or not the true art of kissing was lost sometime in the dark ages. Feb 11, 2011 in the new book the science of kissing.
Well, my next guest has written a book called the science of kissing, which covers not only osculation theres the word for today the scientific. Research shows that kissing is about more than just sexuality and pleasure. The science of kissing definitely satisfied both the romantic and the armchair scientist in me. Human beings have been preoccupied with kissing for years. Still, between the origins of kissing, kissings evolution though history, and the many hardcore, scientific studies on kissing, there is plenty about which to write. Well, my next guest has written a book called the science of kissing, which covers not only osculation theres the word for today the scientific word for kissing but its history and all. She will finish this book and wonder where part two is. Kissing occurs in some 90 percent of the cultures around the world, and philematologists agree that it probably began as a way for mothers to pass on prechewed food to their infants. From a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty a. Dooley wilson may sing a kiss is just a kiss in casablanca, but science journalists like sheril kirshenbaum know that even the most fundamental things can benefit from having curiosity applied to. Topics range from the kind of kissing men like to do as distinct from women to what animals can teach us about the kiss to whether or not. Sheril kirshenbaum from a noted biologist and science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of.
It features as the climax of all great hollywood love stories, and is celebrated by singers and poets alike. Needless to say, the study of kissing is an inherently imperfect science, as wlodarski notes in smithsonian. Still, between the origins of kissing, kissing s evolution though history, and the many hardcore, scientific studies on kissing, there is plenty about which to write. I was curious to know why people kiss and what happens in their brains when they do, which led me to sheril kirshenbaums book, which was interesting enough if not altogether thorough and detailed to answer those questions.
National public radio kirshenbaum draws on psychology, biology, history, and other disciplines in this highly engaging, highly informative book. Many animals actually do engage in kissing like behaviours to show affection. Presenting her theory, which is published in the new book the. Of course, as the science of kissing points out, i am a male and my thoughts about kissing are not the same as my wifes. Kissing is usually a show of affection between two people. Dec 02, 2011 of course, as the science of kissing points out, i am a male and my thoughts about kissing are not the same as my wifes. Feb 10, 2016 i dont know about you, but finding a great makeout scene in an already fantastic book is the cherry on top for me. The science, and art, of kissing is explored from a biological, historical, and anthropological perspective. In her new book, the science of kissing, sheril kirshenbaum dissects the kiss with a scalpel, peeling back its glamorized skin to reveal its sociopathic nature. I dont know about you, but finding a great makeout scene in an already fantastic book is the cherry on top for me. The science of kissing hardcover what our lips are telling us. What our lips are telling us, that tells you everything you ever wanted to know about what science knows about kissing. Theres a lot of ways to mess up writing a kissing, or any sexy scene in books. If kissing is a natural instinct, why dont animals kiss.