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Jean Genet's masterpiece, composed entirely in the solitude of his prison cell. With an introduction by JeanPaul Sartre.Jean Genet's first, and arguably greatest, novel was written while he was in prison. As Sartre recounts in his introduction, Genet penned this work on the brown paper which inmates were supposed to use to fold bags as a form of occupational therapy. The masterpiece he managed to produce under those difficult conditions is a lyrical portrait of the criminal underground of Paris and the thieves, murderers and pimps who occupied it. Genet approached this world through his protagonist, Divine, a male transvestite prostitute. In the world of Our Lady of the Flowers, moral conventions are turned on their head. Sinners are portrayed as saints and when evil is not celebrated outright, it is at least viewed with a benign indifference. Whether one finds Genet's work shocking or thrilling, the novel remains almost as revolutionary today as when it was first published in 1943 in a limited edition, thanks to the help of one its earliest admirers, Jean Cocteau.
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- Q: What is 'Our Lady of the Flowers' about? A: 'Our Lady of the Flowers' is a novel by Jean Genet, written during his time in prison. It explores the lives of criminals in Paris, focusing on themes of morality and identity through the character of Divine, a male transvestite prostitute.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Our Lady of the Flowers'? A: The author of 'Our Lady of the Flowers' is Jean Genet, a French playwright and novelist known for his provocative and poetic writing.
- Q: When was 'Our Lady of the Flowers' first published? A: 'Our Lady of the Flowers' was first published in 1943.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Our Lady of the Flowers' is a paperback.
- Q: How many pages does 'Our Lady of the Flowers' have? A: 'Our Lady of the Flowers' has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: Is this book a reissue or a first edition? A: This book is a reissue edition of 'Our Lady of the Flowers'.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Our Lady of the Flowers'? A: The novel delves into themes such as the nature of sin, identity, and the lives of marginalized individuals, turning traditional moral conventions upside down.
- Q: What can I expect from the writing style of Jean Genet? A: Jean Genet's writing style is known for its lyrical quality, rich imagery, and a unique perspective on the criminal underworld.
- Q: Is there an introduction in this book? If so, who wrote it? A: Yes, this edition includes an introduction by Jean-Paul Sartre, a prominent philosopher and playwright.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.