Even if she was the devil's own daughter, God strike me down if I never have her. May all the devils in hell make off with my soul if he lays a finger on her before I do!
— Marquis de Sade Contemporary

Writer, extreme libertine philosophy

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From his writings, likely dialogue from a character

Date / Period

Late 18th century (approx.)

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Humorous

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