Is Sex Necessary Author:James Thurber The first book of prose published by either James Thurber or E. B. White, Is Sex Necessary? combines the humor and genius of both authors to examine those great mysteries of life -- romance, love, and marriage. A masterpiece of drollery, this 75th Anniversary Edition stands the test of time with its sidesplitting spoof of men, women, and psychol... more »ogists; more than fifty funny illustrations by Thurber; and a new foreword by John Updike.« less