This is a constantly updated list of the books I found most useful in my studies. For my international readers’ convenience, I listed the English edition whenever possible.
The book that launched the body modification subculture
Publisher : V/Search
Buy it : Amazon
The often autobiographical stories of a literary darling submissive
Publisher : Cleis Press
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A manual for masters and mistresses, focusing on relationship management, even with oneself
Publisher : Greenery Press
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A serious guide to the physical and psychological risks of BDSM and how to avoid them
Publisher : Whole SM Publishing
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The most famous Italian prodomme’s career told through 20 ears of travels in historical BDSM locations
Publisher : Narcissus
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The most concise and practical bondage manual in the world
Publisher : La Musardine
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A fascinating anthology about master/slave relationships and their deeper meanings
Publisher : Perfectbound Press
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A great summary of the professional approach of Psychology toward paraphilias
Publisher : Giunti
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How to manage a committed BDSM relation – and a few anthropological diversions
Publisher : Greenery Press
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A workbook for aspiring slaves
Publisher : Nazca Plains Corp.
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The scientific (and enjoyable) explanation of what kinks really are and how they work
Publisher : Scientific American
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The psychology of paraphilias 120 years after Krafft-Ebing
Publisher : Es Editrice
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