"Many of the narratives can only tend to excite ideas the worst calculated for a female breast: Every thing is called plainly and roundly by its name; and the annals of a Brothel would scarcely furnish a greater choice of indecent expressions. Yet this is the Book, which young Women are recommended to study."

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Source: Matthew Lewis (2015). “The Monk”, p.223, Booklassic

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Matthew Lewis

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Matthew Lewis was a British author known for his exploration of identity and personal growth in literature, particularly in his notable work 'The Monk'.

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