Tales of Ordinary Madness
Tales of Ordinary Madness
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1984
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1984238
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles • 1970s
1984
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Tales of Ordinary Madness by Charles Bukowski, edited by Gail Chiarrello, is a collection of autobiographical short stories depicting the experiences of individuals entrenched in seedy and raw aspects of life. Stories like "The Most Beautiful Woman in Town" and "A .45 to Pay the Rent" explore themes of hardship, human nature, and raw urban existence.
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Tales of Ordinary Madness by Charles Bukowski and Gail Chiarrello presents gritty, raw stories that delve into the human condition. Readers appreciate Bukowski's unflinching prose and dark humor, though some find the themes repetitive and bleak. While applauded for its authenticity and candidness, it may not appeal to those sensitive to explicit content.
Who Should Read Tales of Ordinary Madness?
Readers who enjoy raw and unfiltered narratives depicting the gritty realities of urban life would be captivated by Tales of Ordinary Madness by Charles Bukowski and Gail Chiarrello. Comparable to fans of Jack Kerouac's On the Road and John Fante's Ask the Dust, these readers appreciate candid, unvarnished storytelling and flawed characters.
29,493 ratings
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238
Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles • 1970s
1984
Adult
18+ years
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