The Image - Jean De Berg

"The Image" (French title: "L'Image") is a novel written by Jean de Berg, a pseudonym for Catherine Robbe-Grillet. First published in 1956, "The Image" is an erotic novel that explores themes of dominance, submission, and power dynamics within a BDSM context. The story revolves around the relationship between the narrator, Anne, and her dominant lover, Sir Stephen.

Through Anne's perspective, the novel delves into the complexities of their BDSM dynamic, including scenes of role-playing, bondage, and exploration of psychological and physical boundaries. "The Image" is known for its explicit content and psychological introspection, and it has been considered a significant work within the genre of BDSM literature.