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Justine

by Marquis de Sade

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About This Book

Justine, or The Misfortunes of Virtue is a 1791 novel by Donatien Alphonse François de Sade, better known as the Marquis de Sade. Justine is set just before the French Revolution in France and tells the story of a young girl who goes under the name of Thérèse. Her story is recounted to Madame de Lorsange while defending herself for her crimes, en route to punishment and death. She explains the series of misfortunes that led to her present situation.

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