The Naked Woman

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The Naked Woman (2004) is a book by zoologist Desmond Morris.

Title The Naked Woman
Author Desmond Morris
Language English
Genre(s) Popular science
Publisher Vintage UK Random House
Released 2004
Pages 276
ISBN ISBN 0-09-945358-4

It describes the female body from an evolutionary point of view. It is divided in several chapters, each dedicated to a part of the body, from hair to foot. For each, Morris explains the structure and function of the part, discusses its evolution, the social importance throughout human history, and the artificial modifications and decorations employed by different cultures.

After a chapter on evolution, the following 22 chapters are dedicated respectively to: hair, brow, ears, eyes, nose, cheeks, lips, mouth, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, breasts, waist, hips, belly, back, pubic hair, genitals, buttocks, legs, and feet.