Winner of the Earphones Award from AudioFile Magazine, this book challenges the long-held belief that sexual monogamy is natural for humans. For centuries, mainstream science, as well as religious and cultural institutions, have promoted the idea that men and women evolved in families where a man's possessions and protection were exchanged for a woman's fertility and fidelity. However, this narrative is now crumbling as fewer couples are getting married, divorce rates are increasing, and issues like adultery and decreased libido are affecting seemingly stable marriages.

Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jetha, in their groundbreaking book, dismantle many of the myths surrounding human sexuality and offer a radical new explanation. They argue that humans actually evolved in egalitarian groups that shared resources, childcare, and often, sexual partners. Drawing on evidence from anthropology, archaeology, primatology, anatomy, and psychosexuality, the authors demonstrate just how far monogamy is from being a natural human trait.

Throughout history and across cultures, human beings have approached intimate relationships in diverse ways, challenging the notion that monogamy is innate. By uncovering the ancient origins of human sexuality, Ryan and Jetha paint a more optimistic picture of the future, highlighting our intrinsic abilities for love, cooperation, and generosity.

This book not only presents a compelling argument against the traditional narrative of human sexual behavior, but also offers a glimpse into a more hopeful future based on our evolutionary capacity for forming deep connections and fostering mutual support. With a bonus audio preface by author Christopher Ryan, this provocative and insightful work is a must-read for anyone interested in challenging societal norms and exploring the true nature of human relationships.

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