Morris argues that the female body is a masterpiece of design, with traits evolved for specific survival or reproductive purposes—often to distinguish females from males or to signal fertility.
Morris frequently highlights that the female organism is "more advanced" than the male, often critiquing male-dominated cultures that suppress these biological imperatives. Content Overview by Body Part The Naked Woman: A Study of the Female Body
The book is structured into 23 chapters, beginning with evolution and then moving systematically down the body: Body Region Key Discussion Points Morris argues that the female body is a
Fine motor skills and social communication; Legs/Feet: Evolutionary changes for bipedalism and cultural enhancements like high heels. The Pelvic Region The Naked Woman: A Study of the Female Body