Pauline Réage

Pauline Réage was the pen name of a French author who, in 1954, published the controversial novel "Story of O," which explores themes of BDSM and submission. The true identity behind the pseudonym remains debated, but it is widely believed to be Anne Desclos, a French writer and journalist. Réage's work is considered a significant piece of erotic literature, examining complex power dynamics and human desires. The use of a pseudonym allowed her to publish openly in a time when such topics were taboo, helping to spark conversations about sexuality and personal freedom.