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517 The Marquis de Sade

The History of Literature

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The Pursuit of Happiness

When I returned to my senses, I found myself in an excellent bed, with two old women standing near me. As soon as they saw me open my eyes, they brought me a cup of bullion and at three hour intervals, rich broths. This continued for two days, at the end of which dejernon sent to have me get up and come for a conversation in the same salon where I had been received upon his arrival. I was still a little weak and giddy, but otherwise well, I arrived. Terice, said the count, bidding me be seated. I shall not very often repeat such exercises with you. Your person is useful for other purposes. But

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