Story of the Eye

(Author) Georges Bataille
Format: Paperback
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A pornographic fantasy in which the young male narrator and his lovers Simone and Marcelle embark on a sexual quest involving sadism, torture, orgies, madness and defilement, culminating in a final act of transgression.

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
144
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780141185385
Publish year:
2001
Publish date:
April 26, 2001

Georges Bataille

Georges Bataille (1897-1962) was a French writer and philosopher known for his provocative and controversial works that explored themes of eroticism, death, and transgression. His most notable works include "Story of the Eye," "The Accursed Share," and "Erotism: Death and Sensuality." Bataille's literary style was characterized by a blend of philosophical inquiry, poetic prose, and surreal imagery. He made significant contributions to literature through his exploration of taboo subjects and his challenge to conventional moral and social norms. Bataille's impact on his genre can be seen in his influence on postmodern and avant-garde writers, as well as his role in the development of French intellectual thought. His most famous work, "Story of the Eye," remains a controversial and influential work in the realm of transgressive literature.

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