Justine, or The Misfortunes of Virtue

Interesting Facts

• The book was written in the Bastille prison, where the author was incarcerated.
• The work is one of the author's most famous and scandalous pieces, exploring themes of morality, virtue, and vice.
• The main character, Justine, goes through numerous trials and sufferings despite her virtuousness.
• The book was censored and banned in various countries due to its explicit content and criticism of religious and social norms.
• The work was written in the form of a philosophical novel, where the author uses characters to express his ideas and views on society.