Story of the Eye
Story of the Eye
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1987
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
France • 1920s
1987
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Story of the Eye by Joachim Neugroschel and Georges Bataille is a surreal, transgressive novel exploring themes of eroticism, identity, and taboo. Through a series of provocative and symbolic episodes, it delves into the human psyche and societal boundaries. The narrative intertwines desire and violence, pushing the limits of conventional morality.
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Story of the Eye by Joachim Neugroschel and Georges Bataille is a controversial and provocative novel that explores themes of sexuality and obsession. While some appreciate its bold and avant-garde narrative, others find it disturbing and explicit. Its literary value lies in challenging social norms, though it remains divisive.
Who Should Read Story of the Eye?
A reader who enjoys Story of the Eye by Joachim Neugroschel and Georges Bataille is drawn to surreal, explicit, and avant-garde literature. They appreciate works like Naked Lunch by William S. Burroughs and Tropic of Cancer by Henry Miller, valuing boundary-pushing narratives that explore taboo subjects and psychological extremities.
22,878 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
France • 1920s
1987
Adult
18+ years
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