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Empire of the Senseless,Used
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Originally published in 1988, Empire of the Senseless marked a turning point in Ackers wild, inimitable style. Considered one of her more accessible works, here Acker candidly addresses her lifelong obsessions: childhood and trauma, language and sexuality, criminality and corruption, oppression and rebellion.Abhor (part human, part robot) and her lover Thivai (a pirate) traverse Paris in a dystopian future, in search of a mysterious drug that Thivai needs in order to maintain his ability to love. Navigating the chaotic city, they encounter mad doctors, prisoners, bikers, sailors, tattooists, terrorists, and prostitutes, while a band of Algerian revolutionaries take over, and the C. I. A. plots to thwart them all.Sexually explicit, graphically violent, Empire of the Senseless resists the desensitizing of cultural consciousness and the disintegration of interpersonal communication. A timeless, prescient parable, it speaks profoundly to our social and political history as well as our present reality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The main theme of 'Empire of the Senseless' revolves around the exploration of trauma, language, sexuality, and societal issues, set against a dystopian backdrop.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The author of 'Empire of the Senseless' is Kathy Acker, known for her bold and experimental writing style.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style in this book? A: Readers can expect a wild and inimitable writing style, characterized by its sexually explicit and graphically violent content, reflecting Acker's unique voice.
- Q: What is the setting of 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The setting of the book is a dystopian future Paris, where the characters navigate a chaotic city filled with various societal elements.
- Q: Is 'Empire of the Senseless' suitable for all readers? A: Due to its sexually explicit and violent themes, 'Empire of the Senseless' may not be suitable for all readers and is recommended for mature audiences.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: When was 'Empire of the Senseless' published? A: The book was published on May 15, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What kind of characters are featured in 'Empire of the Senseless'? A: The story features a variety of characters, including a part-human, part-robot named Abhor, her lover Thivai, and various figures like mad doctors and revolutionaries.
- Q: What genre does 'Empire of the Senseless' belong to? A: 'Empire of the Senseless' belongs to the Literature & Fiction genre, with elements of dystopian fiction.