Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique. Tome 3

Name: Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique. Tome 3
Author: marquis de Sade

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An epistolary philosophical novel that interweaves letters and narrated episodes to follow romantic entanglements, legal persecutions, and social upheavals. The fortunes of Aline, Valcour, and a circle of relatives and officials reveal contrasts between private virtue and public authority as arrests, mistaken identities, and custodial orders provoke moral and political debate. Dramatic incidents alternate with extended reflections to examine despotism, honor, justice, and the effects of institutional power on personal freedom, tracing how loyalty, passion, and bureaucracy shape individual fates.

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marquis de Sade

The Marquis de Sade, born Donatien Alphonse François, was a French nobleman and writer known for his controversial and provocative works that explore themes of sexuality, freedom, and morality. His most notable work, "Aline et Valcour, ou Le Roman Philosophique," is a philosophical novel that reflects his radical ideas and challenges societal norms. De Sade's writings often delve into the darker aspects of human nature and have sparked significant debate regarding their artistic merit and ethical implications. Despite his tumultuous life, including imprisonment and exile, he remains a pivotal figure in the history of literature, influencing various movements and discussions surrounding eroticism and libertinism.