Pleasure
Alexander Lowen
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Pleasure
Published
1978
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pages
251
ISBN-13
9780140040333
ISBN-10
0140040331
Description
Psychiatrist Dr. Alexander Lowen states, "Pleasure is the only force strong enough to oppose the potential destructiveness of power. Many people believe that this role belongs to love. But if love is more than a word, it must rest on the experience of pleasure. In this book I show how the experience of pleasure or pain determines our emotions, our thinking, and our behavior. I discuss the psychology and the biology of pleasure and explore its roots in the body, in nature, and the universe. Through the use of Bioenergetic Analysis and its tension releasing exercises, we can regain our body's capacity for feeling joy and creativity."
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Pleasure?
This edition of Pleasure has approximately 251 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Pleasure?
For most readers, Pleasure typically takes between 5h 14m and 3h 29m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 62,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 11m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 62,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Pleasure?
The estimated word count for Pleasure is approximately 62,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Pleasure?
Pleasure was written by Alexander Lowen.
When was Pleasure published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1978. The original work may have been published on a different date.