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“It has, moreover, been proven that horror, nastiness, and the frightful are what give pleasure when one fornicates. Beauty is a simple thing; ugliness is the exceptional thing. And fiery imaginations, no doubt, always prefer the extraordinary thing to the simple thing.”

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

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Marquis de Sade
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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