Cosmopolis
Cosmopolis
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
224
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo, insomniac billionaire Eric Packer sets out in his limousine to get a haircut, interacting with various employees and grappling with his risky financial bet against the rising Yen. As protests and personal encounters escalate, Eric's journey becomes increasingly chaotic and introspective, ultimately leading him to confront his own existential and material demise.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Contemplative
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
18,237 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Don DeLillo's Cosmopolis provides a searing critique of capitalism through the protagonist's journey across Manhattan. Reviews highlight its sharp, insightful prose and timely themes. However, some consider the narrative detached and the characters underdeveloped, potentially alienating certain readers. Overall, it's a thought-provoking, though polarizing, read.
Who Should Read Cosmopolis?
A reader who would enjoy Cosmopolis by Don DeLillo is likely intrigued by contemporary, thought-provoking narratives rich in social critique. Fans of works like American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis or White Noise by DeLillo himself would appreciate the novel’s exploration of capitalism, technology, and modern disconnection.
18,237 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
224
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 2000s
2003
Adult
18+ years
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