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In this new translation of ""Justine,"" a novel by the Marquis de Sade (1741-1814), the story follows the harrowing experiences of a virtuous young woman named Justine. Orphaned at a young age, she decides to lead a life of righteousness, but her unwavering commitment to virtue subjects her to a series of misfortunes and brutalities. Throughout her journey, Justine encounters various libertines who exploit and abuse her in increasingly perverse and sadistic ways, reflecting de Sade's exploration of the dark interplay between vice and virtue. Despite her continuous suffering and attempts to maintain her moral integrity, the novel culminates in a bleak commentary on the often unrewarding nature of goodness in a corrupt world. This edition is newly translated and illustrated. It contains an introduction from the translator. This book is in English.

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The Marquis de Sade (1740-1814) was an 18th-century French nobleman, revolutionary, and writer known for his libertine sexuality, controversial works of fiction exploring extreme moral and philosophical themes, and the term ""sadism"" derived from his name. Daivd Apricot is an American expat living in Australia. He has worked on the covers or illustrations of more than 50 books.

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