American Psycho
American Psycho
A Brutal Critique of 1980s Excess Through Murder and Mayhem
About This Book
Published in 1991, American Psycho sparked fierce debate by presenting extreme acts of brutality as a mirror to capitalist excess and materialistic obsession. The story centers on Patrick Bateman, a Manhattan investment banker whose wealth and good looks conceal a violent killer operating without conscience. As Bateman's crimes escalate in horror, his carefully constructed facade begins to crumble.
Who Should Read This?
- Admirers of the 2000 film adaptation featuring Christian Bale
- Those drawn to the fiction of Don DeLillo, Thomas Pynchon, and William S. Burroughs
- Readers with an appetite for black comedy
Continue reading
Create a free account to read the full summary, key ideas, and author insights.
