Bret Easton EllisAmerican Psycho (Vintage Contemporaries)

It's a must read to understand the darker side of humanity

This books has a dark cynical sense of humor. This is basically being a troll and edgy before the internet. However, there's a lot of psychological and sociological Insights with profound hidden behind all the edgy and cool persona.

Thrilling ,vivid and very rich in detail.

Delivery report: PERFECT! No issues. yet to read though.Well I just found out that the initial pages aren't even printed or it is just the way it is?NEW BOOK CENTRE, DELHI.

I was especially excited about the paperback version with a white cover, got this instead. This is definitely not an original copy as evident from paper and cover quality.

Crazy af

Ok we are because pewdiepai made a video

This is a book set in the 80's among the Yuppies of Wall Street and their blind materialism. The existing credo of the time was "Greed is good". The people who populate the pages of the book are superficial, materialistic and emotionally hollow. They make up for their inability to connect with others on an emotional level by seeking solace in 'stuff' (expensive clothes, appliances, cosmetics, gadgets, furniture, etc.). A lot of the novel is a monologue by the protagonist Patrick Bateman going through his daily routine of grooming and beautification, the appliances in his house, the fancy restaurants he dines in, the perfumes he wears, the equally narcissistic colleagues and peers that surround him and his frequent and almost constant use of narcotics.I took up reading this book simply because I'm a big fan of the movie adaptation and Christian Bale's performance in it. Just couldn't stop picturing him in my head while I was reading the book.

American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis is a disturbing and controversial exploration of consumerism, narcissism, and the dark underbelly of 1980s American society. Through the lens of its protagonist, Patrick Bateman, Ellis delves into the depths of a mind consumed by materialism, violence, and moral decay.One of the most striking aspects of "American Psycho" is its unflinching portrayal of the excesses and depravity of Wall Street culture during the 1980s. Through Bateman's perspective, Ellis exposes the shallow and superficial nature of the world inhabited by the wealthy elite, where status symbols and social hierarchies reign supreme.Central to the novel is Bateman's descent into madness and violence, as he struggles to maintain his facade of normalcy while grappling with his inner demons. Ellis's prose is both vivid and visceral, painting a chilling portrait of a man teetering on the brink of insanity.Moreover, "American Psycho" is a deeply satirical work that skewers the hypocrisies and contradictions of contemporary American society. Ellis employs dark humor and irony to critique the culture of consumerism and commodification that pervades every aspect of Bateman's world.However, it's important to note that "American Psycho" is not for the faint of heart. The novel contains graphic scenes of violence, sexual depravity, and psychological horror that may be disturbing to some readers. Ellis's unflinching portrayal of Bateman's descent into madness is not easy to digest, and readers should approach the book with caution.In conclusion, "American Psycho" is a challenging and provocative work that offers a disturbing glimpse into the darkest recesses of the human psyche. Ellis's uncompromising exploration of violence, materialism, and moral decay makes for a confronting read that lingers long after the final page is turned.

The vintage books edition it's really great. The paper reminds me of journal paper.

It’s a powerful, brilliant and fierce deep look into a psycopath’s mind

tedious read

Rat scene is something to read with your family