--- product_id: 142296670 title: "Justine Kindle Edition" brand: "marquis de sade" price: "₱128" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/142296670-justine-kindle-edition store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Justine Kindle Edition **Brand:** marquis de sade **Price:** ₱128 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Justine Kindle Edition by marquis de sade - **How much does it cost?** ₱128 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/142296670-justine-kindle-edition) ## Best For - marquis de sade enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted marquis de sade brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Justine Kindle Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5194I6BxOUL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ A twisted tale in which the virtuous suffer while those who give into de Sade's law of nature prosper *by B***Y on Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2016* This is the story of a virtuous, and pretty, young woman who repeatedly falls prey to lecherous libertines. Over the course of the story, she is victimized by aristocrats, monks, and outlaws. The lead goes by the name Therese, though her given name was Justine. She is one of two sisters orphaned after their father ran afoul of a man by having an affair with said man’s wife. The story is set in France immediately before the Revolution, as it was written while de Sade was imprisoned in the Bastille in 1787.As Therese is telling her tale of woe on the eve of her trial for murder and arson, one might question whether she is an unreliable narrator. In other words, was she as morally upright and steadfastly pious as she portrays, and were her sufferings truly through no fault of her own [beyond naïveté.] That level of complexity is beyond de Sade’s simple formulation. The lesson of his amorality tale is that Therese ends up in such a mess precisely because (by being so virtuous and pious) she fails to comply with what de Sade saw as the law of nature. His version of the law of nature is defined by the strong lording over the weak, and the ideal of “do unto others, before they can do unto you.”What is the evidence for de Sade’s twisted amoral moral to the story? First, he includes a sister, Juliette, who follows the path of least resistance (accepting a life of vice) and ends up much better off. Second, all of the “villains” (though de Sade didn’t see them that way, I’m certain) are prone to Bond Villainesque exposition on this philosophy as justification for the vile acts they are perpetrating. This ham-handed approach can make for an annoying read. [However, if one is interested in the minutiae of the philosophy of libertinage, one may find some of the arguments interesting. While de Sade’s philosophy is rank and vile, it may have just been a wild pendulum swing from what was going on in the mainstream world at the time.]While I certainly wouldn’t recommend the book as a treatise on ethics, morality, or philosophy, it’s an interesting story. I’ve only read one other book by this author (i.e. “120 Days of Sodom”) and can say that “Justine” is vastly better than that one.I’d recommend it for those intrigued by the occasional amorality tale. It can’t be said to lack tension. Needless to say, it’s graphic in places, and not for readers of delicate sensibilities. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Ham-handed hero's journey *by K***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2021* Some of my issues with Justine likely spring from the antique English used in this translation. But when the Marquis chose to send his titular character through the metaphorical Underworld, he couldn't help but pour it on. Every captor a self-centered hedonist whose individualism would give Ayn Rand pause and a different kink to make Dr. Kinsey write sequels on their depravity. Justine stays resolved to keep her faith despite all she saw and was forced to do. De Sade did not write this as a stroke book. It's almost proto-feminist in how the hellbeasts insist in the worst terms that women are tools of a man's libido and nothing more.It's a slog to read. Only one character has any growth. And de Sade really got into writing the nasty parts like they would ruin their targets for the betterment of humanity. But it left me thinking about larger issues. No small trick for a book that's over 200 years old. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Once for the Marquis is Probably Enough: but a must read *by J***D on Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2012* Justine reminds me of other polemics written in the 18th Century. As a read, it is flat and teaches the same lesson over and over. Think of Candide and A Voyage to Abyssinia. But it is worth reading. Spoiler alert: if you want salacious, titillating, or an engaging work of fiction, prepare for disappointment. Read Justine for its philosophy. I found Justine a brutal story, and it haunted more than one dream; so I've had enough. But there is a lot to think about, especially as modern reactionary conservatism and libertarian principles sweep through the early 21st Century political landscape. So take notes and pull a few quotes for future reference. The Marquis de Sade is extreme, but the fact that he operates on the edge makes his point of view that much sharper. I say that it's a must read, and it's very accessible. I read the most modern translation available from Kindle. (I give it five stars because it made me think, but that's the only reason. I'm not posing when I say that the thought of this book, its philosophy and story line still make me queasy at my stomach; although it is fun to discuss with friends.) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/142296670-justine-kindle-edition](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/142296670-justine-kindle-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*