Zombie by Joyce Carol Oates
The book delves into the mind of a disturbed young man named Quentin P., who meticulously plans and executes a series of gruesome crimes in his quest to create a "zombie"—a submissive, lobotomized companion. Through Quentin's chilling and detached perspective, the narrative explores themes of obsession, power, and the dark recesses of human psychology. The story is a haunting examination of a sociopath's inner world, revealing the terrifying blend of banal normalcy and monstrous intent.
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- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 190-210
- Original Language
- English
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- Bram Stoker Award for Novel (Horror Writer Association)
- Nightmare Magazine's Top 100 Horror Books (Nightmare Magazine)