365. Le Marquis de Sade: Sex and Violence
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The Dark Legacy of '120 Days of Sodom'
This chapter examines the harrowing writings of the Marquis de Sade, specifically focusing on '120 Days of Sodom,' composed during his imprisonment. It explores the themes of violence and nihilism in Sade's work and its unsettling reflections on fascism and human atrocity, particularly in the context of post-World War II France.
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