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Paperback
Publisher: Daedalus Publishing Company
Joseph W. Bean
The writings of one of the most respected and knowledgable people on the subject of SM/leather/fetish erotic style has been compiled in this book. Issues regarding relationships, the community, the SM experience, and personal transformation, as they relate to this form of erotic play, are addressed. Unlike many in the mental health field, Mr. Baldwin takes the approach that this style of erotic play can definitely be part of a healthy expression of one's sexuality. Many have benefitted from his sound advice in seminars, worjkshops and through his many published articles. Now, much of this man's wisdom has been published for you in this book.
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| Preach less, Teach more |
| Customer Rating: 2 out of 5 |
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Mr. Baldwin should stick to writing guides to leather pageants and give up the authoritative attitude and know all approach to his book. My newest boy brought his book to my attention and we had belly laughs at all the rules that are based in an authority that is constricting and overwhelming in the obvious attempt to impress. This paper thin treatise did not impress or inform. Like many other "dominate" men in leather I think I am safe in saying that the printed word is not where one is the best teacher. I am saddened that it didn't offer a more common sense approach and practical guidance.
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| Relationship Advice for People into S&M and D/s |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Mr. Baldwin's book is a wonderful collection of very well written and accessible essays covering the interpersonal aspects of the S&M scene. Guy Baldwin is both a psychotherapist and an experienced S&M practitioner. While the essays were originally written for a gay male S&M magazine, it's easy for women and heterosexual men to read past the pronouns and benefit from his insights. It's one of those books you want to share with your (kinky) friends as soon as you've finished reading it.
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| Not a Bally bavel in sight! |
| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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I was shocked to say the least. Not one mention of bavels. I would have thought that I, Mistress Saskiella of Roxburghshire, would have had a mention also. Damn you people. Damn your foolish ways.
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| Whoa amazing! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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If you want to know about the history and magic of BDSM, read this book. Read Leatherfolk as well. This is a great way to gain a deeper knowledge of the magic that experienced players know about. If you're just beginning to explore this path, read these books, but don't forget A Different Loving and Screw the Roses, Send me the Thorns.
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| Sexual preference does not apply |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I am a 54 year old female, heterosexual, submissive. When no one else was listening or writing, Guy Baldwin and other gay leather folk were. These early classics are as good now as then. A part of the magic of Guy Baldwin is that sexuality, yours or his, is irrelevent to the real truths and possibilities of this lifestyle.
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