Thank you! I was aware of the phenomenon, but never actually read any Dragon Ball. Here is a more direct link to the first three chapters (reached from your link):
You really have to read is as a piece of its time.
I guess Bulmas casual exposition wouldn't result in a succesful youth book today.
I think the more sexual parts of the manga are just not really compatible with American prude christian culture, not yesterday, not today
Where could I read the original 42 Dragon Ball mangas online in English? It seems like Manga Plus is just available on the mobile apps, and I'd like to read it on my computer, but not finding anything that looks legitimate.