The Collector by John Fowles
The book revolves around a socially awkward and reclusive young man who wins a substantial amount of money in a lottery, which he uses to execute a long-held, sinister fantasy: to "collect" the object of his obsession, a beautiful and unattainable art student. He kidnaps her and holds her captive in the cellar of his rural farmhouse, convinced that she will grow to love him over time. The narrative delves into the psychological complexities of both captor and captive, exploring themes of power, possession, and the nature of love, ultimately revealing the chilling and tragic consequences of his delusional pursuit.
The 1634th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 283
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.9)
- Alternate Titles
- - O Coleccionador
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This book is on the following 6 lists:
- 57th on Click If You Dare: 100 Favorite Horror Stories (NPR)
- 60th on Edmonton's Top 100 (Edmonton Journal)
- 86th on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)
- 1425th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Horror: Another 100 Best Books (Book)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)