Dorling Kindersley - Kama Sutra A Position A Day

you’re limber enough to sustain this, the rush of blood to the head is thrilling.“Offer yourself up for absolute exposure”

DAY 160 the necklace of coral

The Kama Sutra suggests pressing only with the upper incisors. “Wind branching loops of lovebites around your lover’s neck and shoulders”

DAY 161 the sailor’s prow

From this position, the one beneath can admire their lover’s back and bottom while enjoying the touch of their breasts.“Feel the motion as you ride secure against your lover’s thighs”

the sleeping kiss

In a few minutes, they wake up primed and passionate.“Stir their dreams with your lips”

“The cunning artisan unlocks their lover’s desires“love’s keys

The crossed keys of their feet hold your head so you must gaze at them.

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DAY 164 the barrow

This is one of the most natural and easy variants on the lifted-partner theme. “Guide your beauty to a free-wheeling climax”

the rustic

It can be easy for the one penetrating to slip out of their partner in this one, but rubbing against their clitoris is just as lovely.“An earthy delight for the passionate lover”

“Strain against each other to heighten the intensity of your connection”the pulled knot

Experienced lovers use the Pulled Knot for variation in lovemaking, moving in and out of the position.

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DAY 167 the flying crow

Of course there are easier ways to do this, but it’s good to try a real challenge sometimes.“Chance it and see if your excitement takes wing!”

sitting enthroned

If you tire, your lover can support you by wrapping their arms around to help you balance.

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“Resting impaled, the partner on top squeezes their muscles around their lover”

DAY 169 the fallen leaves

A sweet and tender position for loving partners.“Rest one atop each other and rustle together slowly”

palm strike

Pull back your fingers so just the hard flesh of your palm makes its impression.“Build up a rhythm, making love to their skin”

“Arch and rub against your master“the creeping cat

A comfortable stance that allows for affectionate role-play.

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DAY 172 churning curds

For an easier alternative, try resting on a good sturdy table.“Sink in with slow, fierce delight”

the split swing

Challenging to the muscles but peaceful in mood, this is one for lovers who know each other well.“Rock to and fro against each other, keeping blissful time”

“Rock together on an ocean of pleasure”the safe craft

The penetrating partner can brace their feet against something solid to help them hold their lover securely in position.

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DAY 175 the snake’s nest

An unusual twist on rear entry for the adventurous couple.“Coil into curiosity”

DAY 176 reversed prop

A lover’s writhing back is a warming sight, so aim for a good view. “Bolster yourself for a beautiful vista”

DAY 177 the double bow

When the one on top holds their chest still and grinds with just their hips, this is particularly exciting.“Pull your bodies taut and feel them strum against each other”

the horsewoman’s embrace

Penetration can be a little uncertain like this, but there are few more enchanting caresses.“Throw your leg high around your lover and pull them to you”

“Grind their nipples diamond-hard“sanding the gems

The nipples can be a fast path to passion, so pay them their due in full.

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DAY 180 steering blind

You may love to gaze, but try closing your eyes and meditating only on what you feel. “Hold fast and become pure sensation”

tugging the silk

Mind you get a good handful, as trapping stray hairs can hurt too sharply. “A playful pull can excite your lover”

“Become a firmament unto yourselves as you grow lost in passion”sky-foot

Recommended by the Ananga Ranga and the Panchasayaka, this is one for deep thrusting.

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