Book · 2025 · Humor
Is Sex Necessary?
Or, Why You Feel the Way You Do
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And so it reminds me in his great book, Is Sex Necessary? James Thurber describes this man who had this perfect woman.
Why people recommend it
Is Sex Necessary? by James Thurber and E. B. White is a satirical and humorous examination of modern romance, psychoanalysis, and the perpetual confusion surrounding gender relations. On The Megyn Kelly Show, Carl Cannon brought up the book Is Sex Necessary? by James Thurber to make a humorous comparison about relationship quirks. The speaker referenced a specific character described by James Thurber—a man who encountered a purportedly perfect woman—to illustrate domestic dynamics and human eccentricity. By invoking the classic mid-century satire, the commentary drew on lighthearted literary tropes to add wit to a broader discussion about interpersonal behavior. The work itself remains celebrated for its sharp observations and playful illustrations that poke fun at the earnestness of early psychological advice columns and dating culture. The reference highlights the enduring utility of classic satire for illustrating timeless domestic absurdities and the ongoing, amusing mystery of how men and women navigate romance and marriage across different generations.
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Carl Cannon And so it reminds me in his great book, Is Sex Necessary? James Thurber describes this man who had this per… 1
“And so it reminds me in his great book, Is Sex Necessary? James Thurber describes this man who had this perfect woman”
