The Cannibal by John Hawkes
The novel revolves around a small German town during World War II and its aftermath. The narrative is fragmented and nonlinear, filled with surreal and horrific scenes. The story is a blend of reality and dream, and it explores the themes of violence, power, sexuality, and the human capacity for evil. The protagonist is a traumatized and disfigured war veteran who is both repulsed and fascinated by the violence and cruelty around him.
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- Published
- 1949
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 195
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 49th on 20th Century's Greatest Hits: 100 English-Language Books of Fiction (Larry McCaffery)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)