The Piano Teacher by Elfriede Jelinek
"The Piano Teacher" is a dark exploration of power dynamics, sexuality, and repression. The story revolves around a piano teacher at a prestigious music school in Vienna who lives with her overbearing mother in a state of emotional and sexual repression. Her life takes a turn when she becomes sexually involved with a young, self-assured student. The relationship, marked by sadomasochistic games and emotional manipulation, spirals out of control, leading to a tragic end. The book is a profound critique of bourgeois values and the oppressive structures of society.
The 1058th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- Austrian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 250-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- German
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This book is on the following lists:
- 40th on 100 Best Novels, in Translation, Since 1900 (CounterPunch)
- 319th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)