Venus in Furs

Set in the late 1860s, the story explores the intense dynamics of mistress-slave roleplay through the relationship between Severin and Wanda. Severin reveals his desire to be dominated by Wanda, leading them to enact his fantasies during their travels in Italy. As their game escalates, the line between fantasy and reality begins to blur, revealing darker desires and consequences. This groundbreaking narrative challenges traditional notions of power and privilege, reflecting Sacher-Masoch's revolutionary ideas on sexuality and gender roles.