This Telugu poetic translation was dedicated to Kuntumukkala Mallamantri, the governor of Vinukonda.
Unlike the ancient Kamasutra , which focuses heavily on social conduct and dharma, Rathi Rahasyam is structured as a practical manual for medieval society. It consists of approximately and 800 verses , covering a wide array of topics:
In the Indian tradition, Kama was not viewed as a taboo but as an essential part of a balanced life. In the Telugu version, Errana uses sophisticated poetic language to elevate the subject matter, treating it as a scientific and artistic study. Rathi Rahasyam Telugu Book
The book identifies specific erogenous zones and explains how they relate to the lunar calendar, suggesting that a woman's sensitivity changes with the phases of the moon.
The original text, Ratirahasya , was composed in Sanskrit by the Kashmiri poet (also known as Koka Pandit) during the 11th or 12th century. The book gained such immense popularity that it was translated and adapted into several Indian languages, including Telugu. This Telugu poetic translation was dedicated to Kuntumukkala
The Internet Archive hosts historical scans of the 1951 Telugu edition.
It details the classification of genitals and the nine types of sexual union based on size and compatibility. In the Telugu version, Errana uses sophisticated poetic
Chapters are dedicated to the "fine arts" of intimacy, including various styles of hugging, kissing, and sexual positions.