Masochism: Coldness and Cruelty / Venus in Furs

This trade paperback is in good condition with minor wear visible on the cover edges and spine. There are no inscriptions or library markings. The binding remains intact, ensuring durability for extended reading. The pages are clean and free from annotations.

Masochism: Coldness and Cruelty / Venus in Furs by Gilles Deleuze and Leopold von Sacher-Masoch is published by Zone Books, New York, in 2006. This is the first paperback edition, seventh printing. The book pairs Deleuze's philosophical exploration of masochism with Sacher-Masoch's classic narrative, Venus in Furs. Deleuze, a prominent French philosopher, provides a critical interpretation that redefines masochism beyond its conventional understanding. This edition is valuable for its insightful juxtaposition of philosophical discourse and literary narrative, making it a significant work for students of philosophy and literature. The book is in trade paperback format and lacks a dust jacket. It is not a first edition but offers a comprehensive view of the subject matter through its combined texts.