Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #7557 in Books
• Published on: 1998-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 400 pages

Review
It goes by many names: bondage and discipline, dominance and submission, sadomasochism, and more. In Jay Wiseman's SM 101, the long-taboo subject of consentual sadomasochism is accurately, insightful presented in the context of adult human sexuality, experience and tradition for the interested non-specialist general reader. SM 101 surveys the entire spectrum of consentual sadomasochistic practices from from bondage, to spanking, to erotic role-playing, and more. Now in an expanded second edition, SM 101 includes a new chapter on starting and running sadomaschistic organizations and events for consenting adults. Greenery Press has an extensive title list in the area of human sexuality and maintains a site on the World Wide Web (see the above URL) with a complete roster of their publications in various aspects of human sexuality and practices. -- Midwest Book Review

Customer Reviews

A great introduction to BDSM
I had felt a lot of confusion as to what exactly BDSM was and why where people so attracted to it. After reading this book I now see that the lifestyle can not only be safe but actually enjoyable for us 'vanilla' folks (as they refer to none BDSM people).

This book is a great serious introduction to common practices, SAFETY, how and where you can meet people with similar interests. Also how to tie someone up, what tools can be used be used that are common household items as well as what to buy if you want more serious BDSM equipment.

The biggest surprise to me is BDSM is not just about inflicting pain on someone else but about so much more. Read it and find out 8-)....

Essential Reading for an Alternative Lifestyle
"SM 101" is essential reading for those who practice or wish to explore an alternative lifestyle. From a practical standpoint this book outlines and describes safety first and foremost for all those who indulge at any level. It also takes a philosophical approach on what is accepted behavior after physical safety is addressed. BDSM play practiced by the uneducated can possibly lead to lasting detrimental psychological effects for both partners. This book describes many of practices and techniques used in a BDSM relationship, partnership or encounter. Overall the experience if acceptable to both participants can be rewarding in a spiritual fashion by bringing common desires to fruition. This book examines and guides the pursuers of these pleasures in a very logical and straightforward fashion.

A must have for any BDSM practitioner
For some years now I have heard tell of Jay Wiseman's SM 101. Over a decade after it's initial printing it seems to have become almost canon in the BDSM community. After finally reading it one can clearly see why. Wiseman's book is truly an exceptional work and in my opinion should be a part of every BDSM practitioners library. Weather you're someone with tremendous experience who has spent years in the scene or a novice who is just beginning to explore the world of BDSM this text is a very valuable asset to have. SM 101 is full of useful information that covers everything from basic safety, to techniques, to simple solutions to the various problems one might encounter in a session. This manual is a must read for Dominants and submissives alike. If you are looking for a practical, realistic, down to earth introduction to BDSM or if you're a seasoned player looking to expand your knowledge I can think of no better reading than SM 101.
-C.B.