The Ogre
The Ogre by Michel Tournier, published by Penguin in 2000, is a literary work that explores complex themes of innocence, perversion, and obsession. This edition spans 318 pages and presents the journey of Abel Tiffauges, who transforms from a submissive schoolboy into the “ogre” of a Nazi school at Kaltenborn Castle. The narrative delves into the darker aspects of fascism, offering a profound examination of its impact on the human psyche.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of Abel’s character as he navigates a tumultuous world, culminating in his mystic fate amid the ruins of the Third Reich. The book’s intricate storytelling and rich thematic content invite reflection on the nature of power and morality. With its focus on literary fiction, The Ogre provides a thought-provoking experience that challenges perceptions and engages with historical complexities.
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An international bestseller and winner of the Prix Goncourt, France’s most prestigious literary award, “The Ogre” is a masterful tale of innocence, perversion, and obsession. It follows the passage of strange, gentle Abel Tiffauges from submissive schoolboy to “ogre” of the Nazi school at the castle of Kaltenborn, taking us deeper into the dark heart of fascism than any novel since “The Tin Drum.” Until the very last page, when Abel meets his mystic fate in the collapsing ruins of the Third Reich, it shocks us, dazzles us, and above all holds us spellbound.
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