J. G. Ballard
High-Rise
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008134891
- author:
- J. G. Ballard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fourth Estate Film tie-in edition edition (10 Mar. 2016)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 2.2 x 13 cm
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
High-rise by J. G. Ballard is a thought-provoking novel that explores the darker side of human nature in a luxurious high-tech apartment building. As the residents' primal urges are left unsatisfied, they descend into chaos and violence, turning what was meant to be a utopian paradise into a dystopian nightmare. Within its walls, the high-rise becomes a battleground where intimidation and destruction reign supreme. The novel's unsettling atmosphere is heightened by the events that unfold floor against floor, as the residents organize themselves for war. This gripping tale of human descent into madness raises important questions about the nature of society and the consequences of unchecked desires. A major motion picture adaptation is set to be released, but this book offers a unique reading experience that delves deeper into the complexities of Ballard's vision.
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