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“But if Sade's work is to be summed up in one word, this word would not be 'sexual' or 'comic' or even 'sadistic', it would be 'transgressive'. As it systematically transgresses all sexual, social, religious and moral norms, his writing repeatedly and earnestly insists on the exquisite pleasure to be derived from this transgression.”

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SADE

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John Phillips
John Phillips

John Phillips was an American singer born on August 30, 1935, and passed away on March 18, 2001. He was a founding member of the 1960s folk rock band The Mamas & the Papas and is known for his unique musical style and heartfelt singing voice. more

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