Roth, Philip
Portnoy's Complaint
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099399018
- author:
- Roth, Philip
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 12.7 x 2.29 centimetres
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Alexander Portnoy's scandalous confessions to his psychiatrist are a journey through his life, from childhood to adulthood. In this candid and humorous account, he shares his struggles with sexual desire, frustration, and neurosis in shocking ways. Portnoy's Complaint is a daringly intimate exploration of the human psyche, tackling themes of family life, Jewish identity, and the complexities of male sexuality. With unflinching honesty, Roth presents a portrait of a young man grappling with his place in the world. This novel has been widely praised for its bold and uncompromising portrayal of modern life.
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