Pornografia by Witold Gombrowicz
Set against the backdrop of World War II in occupied Poland, this novel delves into the complexities of human desire and manipulation. Two middle-aged intellectuals, visiting a rural estate, become obsessed with orchestrating a romantic entanglement between two unsuspecting teenagers. As their machinations unfold, the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, leading to unforeseen consequences. The narrative explores themes of power, control, and the darker aspects of human nature, all while questioning the morality of imposing one's will on others.
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- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- Polish
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Polish
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