The Pucker Up Factor: Why Kissing's Cultural Significance Matters The notion that kissing is an intuitive, universal human behavior is a misconception.
While it may seem natural to us today, the act of kissing has been subject to significant cultural and historical variation.
Katie Barclay's recent book, "The Kiss," explores this fascinating history, revealing that even in its most intimate forms, kissing is not immune to social context and power dynamics.