Against the Grain
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Joris-Karl Huysmans' seminal novel, "Against the Grain" (originally published as "À rebours" in 1884), is a masterful exploration of the aesthetic and philosophical tensions of the late 19th century. Written in a flamboyant and richly descriptive style, the novel follows the protagonist, Des Esseintes, an eccentric and reclusive dandy, who seeks refuge from the banalities of contemporary society t...
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Joris-Karl Huysmans' seminal novel, "Against the Grain" (originally published as "À rebours" in 1884), is a masterful exploration of the aesthetic and philosophical tensions of the late 19th century. Written in a flamboyant and richly descriptive style, the novel follows the protagonist, Des Esseintes, an eccentric and reclusive dandy, who seeks refuge from the banalities of contemporary society t...
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