Sex Robots

The End of Love

Kathleen Richardson author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:19th Sep '25

£50.00

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This insightful book examines the rise of sex robots and their implications for human relationships, highlighting a growing attachment crisis.

In Sex Robots: The End of Love, Kathleen Richardson delves into the paradox of modern connectivity and the rising tide of loneliness that many individuals face today. As technology offers more avenues for communication, the author highlights an alarming trend: an 'attachment crisis' that challenges our ability to form and maintain intimate relationships. This crisis raises critical questions about the societal implications of relying on sex robots, which are designed to provide companionship, particularly for men struggling with emotional connections.

Richardson's exploration goes beyond mere technological critique; she examines the cultural narratives surrounding women and girls in the context of sex robots. The book argues that the proliferation of these machines reflects deeper issues in how society perceives gender roles and intimacy. By scrutinizing the influences of pornography, prostitution, and child sexual exploitation, Sex Robots: The End of Love provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to the attachment crisis and the commodification of relationships.

Ultimately, the author advocates for a revolutionary shift in how we view love and connection. She challenges readers to consider the ethical implications of treating women as property and the potential consequences of a world increasingly reliant on artificial companions. This thought-provoking work is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of technology, gender studies, and the future of human relationships.

"A truly fascinating and chilling book which demolishes the hype about shiny new technologies, and shows how love and sex are being warped and commodified in new inhuman ways."
Kathleen Stock OBE, author of Material Girls: Why Reality Matters for Feminism

"An excellent explainer as to why the critique of and campaign against the production and normalization of porn dolls and sex robots is essential as part of the fight against sexual violence. Richardson brings a laser-sharp focus to a topic few of us understand, and even fewer have engaged in. Thank goodness she has."
Julie Bindel, feminist and writer, author of Feminism for Women

ISBN: 9781509530281

Dimensions: 216mm x 138mm x 22mm

Weight: 397g

192 pages