Sade's Publisher: A Memoir

A captivating memoir details Jean-Jacques Pauvert's rapid ascent in the French publishing industry, beginning in 1942. By twenty, he published the complete works of the Marquis de Sade, igniting legal battles with authorities. His career also included the controversial release of Histoire d'O, which faced censorship. Pauvert's early experiences include working alongside literary giants like Albert Camus and enduring imprisonment for his Resistance activities during WWII. This account offers an intimate look at a pivotal era in literature and censorship.