Monsters

Monsters, a captivating book written by the talented Claire Dederer, is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring unique narratives. Published in 1900 by the renowned Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, this book has stood the test of time, capturing the hearts of readers for over a century. The genre of this book is not easily defined, as it seamlessly blends elements of various styles, creating a reading experience that is both diverse and engaging. Monsters takes you on a thrilling journey, filled with unexpected twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Claire Dederer's skillful narration and the intriguing plot make this book a compelling read. Don't miss out on this masterpiece from Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.

"In this unflinching, deeply personal book that expands on her instantly viral Paris Review essay, 'What Do We Do With the Art of Monstrous Men?' Claire Dederer asks: Can we love the work of Hemingway, Polanski, Naipaul, Miles Davis, or Picasso? Should we love it? Does genius deserve special dispensation? Is male monstrosity the same as female monstrosity? Does art have a mandate to depict the darker elements of the psyche? And what happens if the artist stares too long into the abyss? She explores the audience's relationship with artists from Woody Allen to Michael Jackson, asking: How do we balance our undeniable sense of moral outrage with our equally undeniable love of the work? In a more troubling vein, she wonders if an artist needs to be a monster in order to create something great. And if an artist is also a mother, does one identity inexorably, and fatally, interrupt the other? Highly topical, morally wise, honest to the core, Monsters is certain to incite a conversation about whether and how we can separate artists from their art"--