Acker, Kathy
Blood and Guts in High School
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241302514
- author:
- Acker, Kathy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Fiction, Modern & contemporary fiction, Art, Fashion & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Kathy Acker's groundbreaking novel Blood and Guts in High School is a raw and unflinching portrayal of youth, rebellion, and self-discovery. Written in a unique blend of prose, poetry, and illustration, this 1984 breakthrough work caused controversy upon its release and cemented Acker's status as an avant-garde literary icon. A story of intense personal struggle and creative expression, Blood and Guts in High School follows the journey of Janey, who finds solace in writing after being confined to a locked room. The novel is a heady mash-up of coming-of-age themes, feminist theory, and punk rock ethos, drawing inspiration from the likes of William S. Burroughs, Cervantes, and Charles Dickens. Published for the first time in Penguin Classics, this edition acknowledges the profound impact Kathy Acker has had on our culture, offering a unique opportunity to experience her innovative and influential work.
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