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American Psycho is one of the greatest novels of our time. Since its release, the majority of serious literary works have appeared to be hidden behind an unflattering layer of sophistry due to its obstinate, unwavering, and unyielding confrontation with this age. It is one of the two zeitgeist pieces of fiction that defined America at the end of the last century and the start of this one, the other being Chuck Palahniuk’s Fight Club. The latter book examines disillusionment from the viewpoint of a newly marginalized youth class that is impoverished and without opportunities. Both books had a genuine seismic impact, but in the case of American Psycho, there was also a very false outcry. The book's extreme violent passages, the objectification of women, the use of pornography, and the purported "manipulation" of the reader were the main targets of those reactions. However, they were frequently motivated by false beliefs and acts of bad faith American Psycho holds a hyper-real, satirical mirror up to our faces, and the uncomfortable shock of recognition it produces is that twisted reflection of ourselves, and the world we live in. It is not the novel that bourgeois critics adore, calling it "life-affirming" (which is frequently code for "deeply conservative"). Suburbanites are not provided with simple answers or the reassurance that a flawed but essentially good superhero is there to save them from evil people. It is not implied that faith or love can turn the tide. The only feeling that lingers is that we have left behind a world devoid of empathy and compassion, where monsters can flourish and go undetected. However, even though the It's nearly hard to separate American Psycho from the criticism it received, and analyzing those criticisms aids in identifying the subversive elements of the book. One of the most striking aspects of the book is how the reader is manipulated. Bret Easton Ellis defies convention by giving us a glamorous, murderous protagonist with inherited wealth, elite education, a toned physique, pricey clothing, and financial acumen. Its profile is a far cry from the stereotype of the serial killer as a depressed misfit. If Bateman hadn't been a murderous psychopath, he would most likely be hailed as the quintessential example of American success. The American WASPish elite's avaricious and power-hungry tendencies are directly compared in the book to mental illness. American Psycho uncomfortably closes the gap between the morbid, depressive preoccupations of the serial killer and the psychotic cultural aspects of the US, such as wealth fixation, gun obsession, overseas militarism, and growing military fetishism at home, by fusing Bateman's routine daily activities with his brutal homicides. The recurring metaphor describes how a society gives in to materialist consumerism and loses its human values in favor of an obsession with appearance, ultimately destroying society.
DarkPsychoytPublished 4 months ago in HorrorA Century-Old Home's Haunting Legacy
The journey into homeownership is typically a joyous one, filled with the promise of creating a haven for a family. However, for you and your husband, the excitement of buying a house built in 1915 has been tinged with an unexpected and chilling turn of events. Paranormal activity, an unwelcome guest in the tapestry of your new home, began its ominous dance shortly after you moved in, turning ordinary moments into a series of unnerving experiences.
Joswa JeyarajPublished 4 months ago in HorrorI’m Not Dead
I can feel my body changing. It's like something inside me is taking over, and I'm powerless to stop it. I know what's happening to me, but it's too late now. I've been bitten, and I'm slowly turning into one of them.
Rand EinfeldtPublished 4 months ago in HorrorThe Haunted Chatroom
Once upon a time, in the small town of Crestwood, a group of friends decided to spend their Friday night in an unconventional way. Instead of going to the movies or having a typical sleepover, they gathered in their favorite virtual realm - a mysterious chatroom known as "ShadowCrypt."
Haunted Hashtag
On that rainy night, as a light drizzle blanketed the city, a group of teenagers, Arya, Nia, and Rizky, decided to embark on a spooky adventure in an abandoned, dilapidated house on the outskirts of town. They were enthusiastic, confident that they wouldn't be scared by anything paranormal.
The Midnight Carnival
n the quiet town of Ravenscroft, where the streets were usually empty after midnight, a mysterious carnival emerged in the moonlit darkness. Its arrival was whispered about among the locals, a clandestine gathering of the supernatural that materialized only when the clock struck twelve.
Story TodayPublished 4 months ago in Horror‘True Detective: Night Country’ review: HBO crime series goes horror
‘True Detective: Night Country’ review: HBO crime series goes horror (NEXSTAR) — It’s been five years since HBO’s critically acclaimed anthology series “True Detective” aired its last season but the wait is finally over as a new mystery begins. This time, the U.S.-set series takes itself way up north to Alaska for a head-scratcher of a crime that’s sure to unsettle you.
J.BalakrishnanPublished 4 months ago in Horror"Phantom Footsteps in the Attic"
Nestled between ancient woodlands and rolling hills in the tranquil village of Ravenscroft stood a home whose past was darker than the shadows it cast. It was known as the Hawthorne Mansion, and for decades villagers had been afraid to walk by it because of its ominous aura.
Thulasi RamanPublished 4 months ago in HorrorWhispers of Ravenswood
In the small, isolated town of Ravenswood, nestled between dense forests and shadowy hills, lived a little boy named Oliver. He was an ordinary child with an extraordinary curiosity that often led him to explore the mysterious surroundings of his home. As the last rays of the sun disappeared beyond the horizon, casting long, eerie shadows, Oliver's adventures were about to take a dark turn.
Fathima FaheemaPublished 4 months ago in HorrorThe Ghostly Encounter
It was a dark and stormy evening. The wind was howling, and the rain was pouring down heavily. The old mansion on the hill was said to be haunted, but no one had ever dared to enter it. That is, until tonight.
KARUNAKARANPublished 4 months ago in HorrorThe Haunting of Social Media
In the heart of the bustling city, where the glow of screens outshone the stars, lived Olivia—a young woman navigating the labyrinth of social media trends and digital expectations. As Halloween approached, the whispers of Google Frightgeist enticed her into a world where authenticity seemed to wane in the face of viral costumes.
Godwin KevinPublished 4 months ago in HorrorHarmony In The Dark
Echoes of Despair In the quiet town of Crestwood, the Thompson family's idyllic life shatters when their youngest, Emily, mysteriously disappears during a routine family outing. Panic sets in as frantic searches yield no clues, and the once warm home becomes a hollow echo of grief.
Scott LewisPublished 4 months ago in Horror