Jerome by Jean-Pierre Martinet
The Angel of the Odd
"Jerome" is a dark and unsettling novella that delves into the life of its eponymous protagonist, a reclusive, grotesque, and morbidly obese librarian who lives in a decrepit apartment. His existence is one of grim routine and perverse fantasies, as he harbors an unhealthy obsession with the young daughter of his landlord. The narrative explores the depths of Jerome's alienation and psychological torment, painting a bleak portrait of a man consumed by his own depravity and the suffocating confines of his solitary world. The book is a stark examination of loneliness, despair, and the human condition, rendered with a visceral intensity that leaves a lasting impression.
The 10993rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1978
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 76
- Original Language
- French
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