![]() It takes the form of a monologue delivered by the eponymous protagonist Alexander Portnoy to his psychiatrist, Doctor Spielvogel, in which he talks at length about the formative experiences of his childhood and the sexual compulsions he has experienced throughout his life. It was initially a highly controversial novel, and was even banned in Australia due to its explicit sexual content. Portnoy’s Complaint is Philip Roth’s fourth novel, and garnered widespread popular and critical attention when it was first published – although not always for positive reasons. This clear and detailed 60-page reading guide is structured as follows: The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. It provides a thorough exploration of the novel’s plot, characters and main themes, including sexuality, shame and the contrast between the Jewish and non-Jewish worlds. 9782808001908 60 EBook Plurilingua Publishing This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of Portnoy’s Complaint by Philip Roth. ![]()
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