They advocate no particular lifestyle or beliefs, but celebrate the richness and wonder of our imagination, opening our minds to new possibilities and encouraging us to go beyond the limits. The alliance of Severin and Wanda epitomizes Sacher-Masoch's obsession with a cruel, controlling goddess and the urges that drive the man held in her thrall. Exclusive to this edition are letters exchanged between Sacher-Masoch and Emilie Matajaan aspiring writer he sought as the avatar of his desires. They enter the nightmare world of the sordid trade in human flesh where their only value is their physical beauty. Cathy betrays Margaret, who is forced to endure the horrors of a slave caravan and a voyage on a slaving dhow, before entering the harem of Prince Abdul Rahman, in the desert kingdom of Al Kharja.
Some scenes are intense.
It was written with good understanding of women and real caring for them, despite the fact that in the book they are portrayed as helpless playthings of domineering men. As one of the authors of this book I am proud to see it in print. Some of them may be difficult to find locally, some are currently out of print and some were only released in their country of origin. I have supplied some known Rare and Out of Print Book Sources as a starting point in the search for their location. If you are aware of any others with whom you have had success please email CrimsonLord so they may be added.