... But American Psycho has the great underlying themes and the resonant social commentary, also. It's not just about grotesque gore description and shocking scandal; Ellis makes some very good points and really explores the bare, rocky jaggedness of modern living in America during the increasingly materialistic and capitalistic era. Increased value of material and meaningless things (in the neo-Platonic view as opposed to just the literal) and the even more advanced devaluing of the human being's worth and value in society. I really rate the book as well, it's far from a cliche Hollywood film.
I've read a ton lately, I'll have a think about what is worth recommending and what could be of interest to other members...
I've read a ton lately, I'll have a think about what is worth recommending and what could be of interest to other members...
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