Quotes by Courtesans

I have never deceived anyone, for I have never belonged to anyone. My independence was all my wealth: I have known no other happiness.

Cora Pearl

Let those who love me follow me'Cora Pearl, on being the very first person to dye her hair red in 1864

Cora Pearl

So sweet and delicious do I become,when I am in bed with a manwho, I sense, loves and enjoys me,that the pleasure I bring excels all delight,so the knot of love, however tightit seemed before, is tied tighter still.

Veronica Franco