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De Sade is the one completely consistent and thoroughgoing revolutionary of history.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Aldous Huxley describes De Sade as a historically pivotal figure who embodies radical change and rebellion.
In this quote, Aldous Huxley highlights the figure of the Marquis de Sade as a unique revolutionary whose consistency and commitment to radical ideas mark him as a significant historical figure. Huxley's assertion suggests that De Sade's philosophies challenge societal norms and provoke thought about morality, freedom, and the human condition, positioning him squarely as a revolutionary in the context of philosophical and social discourse.
Themes
De SadeRevolutionHistoryPhilosophyRadicalism
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a lecture on revolutionary thinkers and the impact of their ideas on society.
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