Marquis de Sade: A Life of Power and Perversion
A Deep Dive into His Controversial Writings and Radical Ideals
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The name Marquis de Sade conjures images of scandal and perversion, but behind the excesses lies a profound thinker whose writings continue to provoke and challenge. In "Marquis de Sade: A Life of Power and Perversion", Henry F. Morgan delves into the complex life and works of this notorious French nobleman.This book goes beyond the sensational tales that gave de Sade his infamous reputation. It explores his radical political and philosophical ideas, his views on freedom and power, and his unflinching critique of the moral standards of his time. With precise analysis and historical depth, Morgan paints a portrait of a man who pushed the boundaries of thought and was both admired and reviled for it.For readers eager to explore the ideals and controversies surrounding one of the 18th century's most fascinating figures, this book offers a comprehensive examination of de Sade's life, work, and legacy-compelling readers to reflect on power, freedom, and the darker aspects of human nature.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 12.10.2024 |
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Verlagsort | Dietikon |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 148 x 210 mm |
Gewicht | 474 g |
Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Anglistik / Amerikanistik |
Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Literaturwissenschaft | |
Schlagworte | Enlightenment Critique • French Revolution • Human Desire Exploration • Marquis de Sade • Philosophical Provocation • Political Satire in Literature • Power and Perversion • Radical Libertinism • sexual liberation • Transgressive Literature |
ISBN-10 | 3-384-38477-6 / 3384384776 |
ISBN-13 | 978-3-384-38477-5 / 9783384384775 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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