Pierre Louÿs' provocative novel Woman and Puppet tells the story of a wealthy Spanish nobleman and his obsession with a beautiful woman who becomes his living doll. Partly a commentary on male desire and power, and partly a sensual exploration of love and control, Woman and Puppet is a complex, fascinating work of erotic fiction. Originally published in 1898, it remains a masterpiece of French literature. Whether you are a fan of classic fiction, erotica, or simply great writing, Woman and Puppet is a must-read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.… (more)