Philosophy in the Bedroom there is a lengthy section where the character Chevalier reads a philosophical pamphlet titled "Frenchmen, Some More Effort If You Wish To Become Republicans". The pamphlet clearly represents Sade's philosophy on religion and morality, a philosophy he passionately hopes the citizens of France will embrace and codify into the laws of their new republican government. Continually throughout the work, Sade makes the argument that one must embrace atheism, reject society's beliefs about pleasure and pain, and further makes his argument that if any crime is committed while seeking pleasure, it cannot be condemned. In the introduction, the Marquis de Sade
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.