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Category Fiction
Pages 240 Pages
Publication Year 2014
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General

ISBN 9780141391984

Rs. 798

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Hangsaman

By Shirley Jackson · Published by Penguin Modern Classics

Who it's for: Readers who enjoy character-driven psychological fiction

Hangsaman is a psychological novel by Shirley Jackson, which follows Natalie Waite, a young woman navigating adolescence and societal pressures. As Natalie begins college, her perception of reality fragments, blurring the lines between imagination and truth. The narrative delves into themes of identity, mental illness, and the alienation often experienced in young adulthood, presented with Jackson's signature unsettling atmosphere.Why You Should Read? Experience Shirley Jackson's masterful blend of psychological tension and atmospheric writing. Engage with a deeply introspective narrative exploring identity and mental fragmentation. Discover a foundational work by Jackson, offering insights into her evolving literary style. Perfect for readers who appreciate unsettling, character-driven psychological fiction.

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Highlights

  • Explores adolescence, identity, and mental fragmentation
  • Set against the backdrop of college life and societal expectations
  • Features Shirley Jackson's signature unsettling atmosphere
  • A foundational work in Jackson's literary career

Themes

Identity · Mental illness · Alienation · Adolescence · Perception vs reality

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Category Fiction
Author Shirley Jackson
Publisher Penguin Modern Classics
ISBN 9780141391984
Pages 240 Pages
Publication Year 2014
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000078839

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Questions about this book

What is the book about?

It follows Natalie Waite, a young woman starting college, as her perception of reality becomes increasingly unreliable, exploring themes of identity and mental distress.

Is this a horror novel?

It's psychological fiction with an unsettling atmosphere, not a traditional horror story, focusing on internal fragmentation rather than external threats.

What themes does it explore?

It delves into identity, mental illness, alienation, and the pressures of young adulthood, often blurring the line between imagination and truth.

Who is the author?

Shirley Jackson, known for her mastery of psychological tension and atmospheric writing.