Body by Harry Crews
Notes from the Underground
Set against the vibrant backdrop of a bodybuilding competition in Miami, this novel delves into the eccentric world of muscle-bound athletes and the lengths they go to achieve physical perfection. The story follows Shereel Dupont, a determined and ambitious bodybuilder, as she navigates the intense pressures of the sport, the colorful personalities of her competitors, and the personal demons that haunt her. With a mix of dark humor and raw emotion, the narrative explores themes of identity, obsession, and the human desire for transformation, offering a gritty yet poignant glimpse into the lives of those who seek to sculpt their bodies into works of art.
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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