"It is not my mode of thought that has caused my misfortunes, but the mode of thought of others." Marquis de Sade Man of letters, philosopher, and politician, the Marquis de Sade is one of the most controversial figures since the eighteenth century, but recently psychology, theatre, cinema, and literary criticism have shed new light on his life and works. Lacoste Castle in the South of France, one of the properties of the Sade family, became the refuge of the Marquis between periods of incarceration. Thanks to the Sade family opening its archives for the first time, historian Jean-Pascal Hesse examines Sade's story through previously unpublished documents and imagery and walks in the Marquis' footsteps in his beloved chateau. AUTHOR: Originally from the region of Lacoste, historian Jean-Pascal Hesse is the author of a number of books, including 'Pierre Cardin: 60 Years of Innovation' (2010), 'Maxim's: Mirror of Parisian Life'(2011), and 'The Palais Bulles' (2012), all in close collaboration with Pierre Cardin and published by Assouline. He also serves on the Paris city council, and directs cultural events for the mayor of the 16th arrondissement.
