Justine (de Sade novel) Justine (de Sade novel) Justine, or The Misfortunes of Virtue (French: Justine, ou Les Malheurs de la Vertu) is a 1791 novel by Donatien Alphonse François de Sade, better known as the Marquis de Sade. "Justine" is set just before the French Revolution in France and tells the story of a young woman who goes under the name of Thérèse. Her story is recounted to Madame de Lorsagne while defending herself for her crimes, en route to punishment and death. She explains the series of misfortunes that led her present situation. "Justine" (original French title: Les infortunes de la vertu)
The Bedroom Tapes "The Miami Herald" raved "Adults rejoice. Few albums manage to touch the heart and challenge the brain as this gem does." "Us Weekly" wrote "These disarmingly personal songs are pure catharsis. Who needs support groups? "The Bedroom Tapes" is classy work from one of pop's original confessors." Boston Music Awards All tracks composed by Carly Simon; except where noted. "When Manhattan Was A Maiden" is a song that was the original inspiration and title for what is now known as "The Bedroom Tapes". As the concept of the album evolved, the song was ultimately dropped, and was never commercially released.