Suskind, Patrick
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141041155
- author:
- Suskind, Patrick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a dark and haunting tale of obsession and desire. Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a young man with an extraordinary gift, sets out to create the most sublime fragrances in the city, but his pursuit of perfection leads him down a path of murder and madness.
As Grenouille's powers of smell grow stronger, so too does his fixation on capturing the elusive scent of a young virgin. His quest becomes an all-consuming force, driving him to commit unspeakable acts in pursuit of his goal.
This gripping and atmospheric novel explores the darker aspects of human nature, raising questions about the true cost of ambition and the power of obsession.