Quills by Doug Wright
A Play
Set in the tumultuous backdrop of post-revolutionary France, this gripping narrative delves into the final days of the infamous Marquis de Sade, imprisoned in the Charenton Asylum. As he continues to pen his provocative works, the asylum's director, Dr. Royer-Collard, becomes increasingly determined to silence him. The story explores the complex interplay of power, censorship, and artistic freedom, as the marquis forms a bond with the asylum's laundress, Madeleine, who aids him in smuggling his writings to the outside world. The tale is a poignant reflection on the cost of creativity and the lengths one will go to preserve their voice.
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- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-100
- Original Language
- English
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