“My passions, concentrated on a single point, resemble the rays of a sun assembled by a magnifying glass: they immediately set fire to whatever object they find in their way.”
Quote by Marquis de Sade
Work
The 120 days of Sodom and other writings
This compilation includes the controversial novella 'The 120 Days of Sodom,' which delves into the dark aspects of human nature, as well as other works that examine societal norms and philosophical ideas. more
Author
Marquis de Sade
Marquis de Sade, born on June 2, 1740, and died on December 2, 1814, was a prominent French philosopher and writer of the 18th century. He is known for his profound reflections on freedom, morality, and human behavior. more
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