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An unusual and now rather collectible spoken-word self-help record from the 1970s, The Sensuous Woman was inspired by the bestselling book of the same name by “J” (Terry Garrity). Marketed as an instructional guide for women, the album presents advice and commentary in spoken-word format rather than music, reflecting the self-improvement and relationship-focused publishing trend of the era.

While the content is very much a product of its time, the record has gained interest among collectors of unusual spoken-word releases, vintage self-help recordings, and pop-culture memorabilia from the 1970s. Albums of this nature were often discarded after use, making surviving copies somewhat less common than standard music releases.

Genre

Spoken Word, Self-Help, Lifestyle

Track Listing

Spoken-word instructional programme based on The Sensuous Woman bestseller.

Pressing Notes

Issued on Atlantic Records. Promotional cover text notes:

“The first HOW-TO record for the female who yearns to be ALL woman.”

A niche spoken-word release rather than a music album.