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Perfume

By Patrick Süskind
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
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Perfume by Patrick Süskind is a mesmerising tale set in 18th-century France, following Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a man with an extraordinary sense of smell. Obsessed with creating the perfect fragrance, his journey leads him into morally ambiguous territory as he delves into the dark and obsessive nature of creativity. The novel explores themes of identity, desire, and the sensory world of scents.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales that weave mystery and intrigue with historical settings. Set in 18th-century France, it explores the life of an extraordinary yet morally complex protagonist with an unparalleled sense of smell, searching for the perfect scent, even as it leads to dark and chilling deeds. If you appreciate richly detailed storytelling that delves into the interplay of obsession and morality, this novel offers a unique and immersive experience.

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Perfume

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The acclaimed bestseller and international sensation, reissued with a new PMC jacket.

Survivor, genius, perfumer, killer - this is Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. He is abandoned on the filthy streets as a child, but grows up to discover he has an extraordinary gift: a sense of smell more powerful than any other human's. Soon, he is creating the most sublime fragrances in Paris. Yet there is one odour he cannot capture. It is exquisite, magical: the scent of a young virgin. And to get it, he must kill. And kill. And kill...

Perfume is a gripping tale that delves into the depths of obsession and the quest for perfection.

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Perfume by Patrick Süskind is often praised for its vivid and evocative writing style, which immerses readers in 18th-century France. Critics appreciate its unique exploration of the senses, particularly smell, leading to a haunting and atmospheric narrative. Some reviews commend the author for creating a gripping psychological thriller with complex characters and a dark, compelling storyline.

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ISBN: 9780241420294

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 304

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Patrick Süskind Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Modern Classics

About the Author

Patrick S skind was born near Munich in 1949 and studied medieval and modern history at the University of Munich. His first play, The Double Bass, was written in 1980 and became an international success. His first novel, Perfume was also an internationally acclaimed bestseller and continues to be considered a classic. He is also the author of The Pigeon and Mr. Summer's Story, and a coauthor of the enormously successful German television series Kir Royal. Patrick S skind lives and writes in Munich.

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