The Demon by Hubert Selby
The book in question is a harrowing exploration of the human psyche, delving into the life of a seemingly successful and respectable man whose inner demons drive him into a spiral of obsession and violence. Despite his outward appearance of normalcy, he is tormented by compulsions that he cannot control, leading him down a dark path that threatens to destroy both himself and those around him. The narrative is a stark and disturbing portrayal of the struggle between societal expectations and the darker aspects of human nature.
The 5357th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1976
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 311
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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- 85th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)