A Sentimental Novel
A Sentimental Novel by Alain Robbe-Grillet, published by Dalkey Archive in 2014, presents a provocative narrative that delves into complex themes of power and submission. This reprint edition spans 142 pages and is written in English. The story revolves around Gigi, also known as Djinn, who is being trained by her father to embody the roles of both a perfect slave and mistress, navigating a landscape filled with controversial subject matter.
Readers will encounter a series of vignettes that challenge societal norms and explore taboos, drawing connections to literary influences from the Brothers Grimm to the Marquis de Sade. The narrative’s exploration of drama, fiction, and psychological elements invites contemplation on the boundaries of representation in literature. This edition offers a unique lens into the darker aspects of human experience, making it a significant addition to discussions surrounding erotica and literary provocations.
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In France, Alain Robbe-Grillet’s final novel was sold in shrink-wrap, labeled with a sticker warning readers that this perverse fairy tale might offend certain sensibilities. It tells the story of Gigi, also known as Djinn, who is being schooled by her father to be a perfect slave and mistress. Running the gamut of unacceptable subject matter from incest to torture, this book abounds with vignettes that explore taboos and their representation in fiction, from the Brothers Grimm to the Marquis de Sade. It is titillating and disgusting, the work of a dirty old man or brilliant agent provocateur–or both.
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