Against the Grain (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781023118675)

Delve into the intoxicating world of Joris-Karl Huysmans's "Against The Grain," a cornerstone of French literature and a defining work of the Decadent movement. This meticulously prepared edition allows readers to experience the novel's enduring power.

A study in aestheticism and artifice, "Against The Grain" explores themes of isolation and the pursuit of sensory experience. Huysmans's work offers a profound meditation on beauty, taste, and the rejection of societal norms. Its influence extends across literary history, marking a pivotal moment in the development of Symbolism and the exploration of philosophical aesthetics within fiction. Experience the meticulously crafted prose and the exploration of a life lived solely for art in this classic tale.

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Author: J. -K (Joris-Karl) Huysmans,John Howard
ISBN-10: 102311867X
ISBN-13: 9781023118675
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 142
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.38d