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Book Synopsis: The groundbreaking novel from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of American Pastoral that originally propelled its author to literary stardom: told in a continuous monologue from patient to psychoanalyst, this masterpiece draws us into the turbulent mind of one lust-ridden young Jewish bachelor named Alexander Portnoy. "Deliciously funny...absurd and exuberant, wild and uproarious...a brilliantly vivid reading experience." —The New York Times Book Review
"Touching as well as hilariously lewd.... Roth is vibrantly talented." —New York Review of Books
Portnoy's Complaint n. [after Alexander Portnoy (1933- )] A disorder in which strongly-felt ethical and altruistic impulses are perpetually warring with extreme sexual longings, often of a perverse nature. Spielvogel says: 'Acts of exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishism, auto-eroticism and oral coitus are plentiful; as a consequence of the patient's "morality," however, neither fantasy nor act issues in genuine sexual gratification, but rather in overriding feelings of shame and the dread of retribution, particularly in the form of castration.' (Spielvogel, O. "The Puzzled Penis," Internationale Zeitschrift für Psychoanalyse, Vol. XXIV, p. 909.) It is believed by Spielvogel that many of the symptoms can be traced to the bonds obtaining in the mother-child relationship.
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Experience an unforgettable journey into the depths of the human mind with Portnoy's Complaint, the groundbreaking novel by the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of American Pastoral. This literary masterpiece takes you on a wild and uproarious adventure through the turbulent thoughts of Alexander Portnoy, a young Jewish bachelor wrestling with his lust-ridden desires. With its continuous monologue narrated from patient to psychoanalyst, this book offers a brilliantly vivid and deliciously funny reading experience that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Discover the vibrant talent of Roth as he skillfully portrays the touching and hilariously lewd experiences of Portnoy. Immerse yourself in a world where ethical and altruistic impulses clash with intense sexual longings, often of a perverse nature. As described by Spielvogel in his groundbreaking research, this condition known as "Portnoy's Complaint" is a disorder marked by a constant battle between moral anxieties and overpowering sexual desires.
Uncover the secrets and complexities of human psychology as Spielvogel delves into the root causes of this disorder, highlighting the impact of mother-child relationships on the development of these symptoms. With acts of exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishism, auto-eroticism, and oral coitus playing a significant role in the patient's life, Portnoy's Complaint offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche and its intricate workings.
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Ready to embark on a literary journey like no other? Look no further than Portnoy's Complaint, the groundbreaking masterpiece from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of American Pastoral. As noted by The New York Times Book Review, this book is a "deliciously funny" and "absurd and exuberant" reading experience that will leave a lasting impression.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the electrifying talent of Roth as he brings to life the lust-ridden struggles of Alexander Portnoy, a young Jewish bachelor desperate to reconcile his intense sexual desires with his strong ethical and altruistic impulses. This continuous monologue, narrated from patient to psychoanalyst, offers an intimate and intensely vivid portrayal of a man torn between his deepest longings and societal expectations.
With Spielvogel's research shedding light on the intricate workings of Portnoy's Complaint, readers are provided with a unique understanding of the connection between mother-child relationships and the development of such turbulent desires. Spielvogel's groundbreaking insights into acts of exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishism, auto-eroticism, and oral coitus serve as a compelling analysis of the moral conflicts faced by Portnoy, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.
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Get ready to be captivated by the powerful narrative of Portnoy's Complaint, the groundbreaking novel by the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of American Pastoral. Immerse yourself in the chaotic mind of Alexander Portnoy, a young Jewish bachelor plagued by his intensely turbulent desires that constantly clash with his strong ethical and altruistic impulses. The New York Review of Books declares that Roth's talent shines vibrantly throughout the pages of this novel, making it an absolute must-read.
In this continuously riveting monologue delivered from patient to psychoanalyst, you will witness the wild and relentless battle between Portnoy's sexual longings and his unyielding moral compass. Experience tales that are touchingly lewd and hilariously vivid, showcasing Roth's extraordinary flair for storytelling and his ability to bring the complexities of human nature to life.
Spielvogel's thought-provoking research reveals the underlying causes of Portnoy's Complaint, tracing the roots of these symptoms back to the profound bonds formed in mother-child relationships. Dive into Spielvogel's groundbreaking insights into acts of exhibitionism, voyeurism, fetishism, auto-eroticism, and oral coitus, and discover how these challenging desires intertwine with Portnoy's overwhelming sense of shame and the fear of punishment.
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