Leopold Von Sacher-Masoch
Leopold Von Sacher-Masoch was an Austrian writer and journalist, best known for his romantic stories of Galician life. His name is the source of the term 'masochism,' derived from his novella 'Venus in Furs,' which explored themes of female dominance and male submission.
Books
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1. Venus in Furs
The novel explores the themes of love, dominance, submission, and power dynamics through the story of a man who becomes infatuated with a woman named Wanda. He convinces her to enter into a contract where he becomes her slave, allowing her to treat him in any way she pleases. Over time, the man's obsession with being humiliated and dominated leads him to a path of self-destruction as he grapples with his desires and the reality of his situation. The novel is a vivid portrayal of masochism and the complexities of human sexuality.
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