Requiem for a Dream

Explore the haunting realities of addiction with 'Requiem for a Dream', a gripping novel by Hubert Selby Jr. This critically acclaimed book delves deep into the lives of four characters: Harry Goldfarb, a heroin addict striving for happiness with his girlfriend Marion and best friend Tyrone; Sara Goldfarb, Harry's lonely mother consumed by her own addictions to food and diet pills. The narrative takes you through their tumultuous journey filled with dreams and despair, showcasing the devastating consequences of substance abuse. Set against the backdrop of New York, this powerful story serves as a modern-day cautionary tale about the fragility of hope and the harsh truths of human existence. Winner of numerous accolades, 'Requiem for a Dream' stands as a poignant exploration of addiction, love, and the pursuit of happiness. With insightful reflections from literary giants like Newsweek and The Guardian praising Selby's unflinching portrayal of addiction, this novel is a must-read for anyone seeking an authentic understanding of the human condition. This brand-new paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2012, boasts 232 pages of compelling storytelling that will resonate with readers long after they turn the last page. Enjoy FREE shipping on this remarkable title, ensuring it reaches you without any additional costs. Immerse yourself in a tale that shines a scorching light on the dark corners of addiction—order 'Requiem for a Dream' today and experience the gripping prose that has captured readers for decades.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141195667
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2012
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 232


Description:
Harry Goldfarb, heroin addict and son of lonely widow Sara, cares only about enjoying the good life with girlfriend Marion and best friend Tyrone C Love, and making the most of all the hash, poppers and dope they can get. Sara Goldfarb sits at home with the TV, dreaming of the life she could have and struggling with her own addictions - food and diet pills. But these four will pay a terrible price for the pleasures they believe they are entitled to. A passionate, heart-breaking tale of the crushing weight of hope and expectation, Requiem for a Dream is a dark modern-day fable of New York. 'Selby brings a scorching light to a limited area of human existence, which most people know of but do not know.' Newsweek 'One of the great American novelists, and one who has helped us to understand the nature of addiction and the human condition better, perhaps, than any other.' Guardian

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