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Monsieur Vénus

Rachilde
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Monsieur Vénus

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Rachilde

Monsieur Vénus

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

211

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 1880s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Monsieur Vénus by Rachilde explores themes of gender roles and identity through the relationship between Raoule, a wealthy woman, and Jacques, a working-class man. The novel, set in late 19th-century France, challenges societal norms by reversing traditional gender dynamics, with Raoule dominating their interactions and redefining the concept of masculinity and femininity.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Fantastical

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

903 ratings

63%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Monsieur Vénus by Rachilde is lauded for its provocative and daring exploration of gender and sexuality, challenging societal norms of its time. Critics praise its innovative and bold narrative style. However, some argue that its controversial themes and unsettling content may not appeal to all readers. Overall, the novel's audacity and literary significance receive both admiration and critique.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Monsieur Vénus?

A reader who enjoys Monsieur Vénus by Rachilde would likely appreciate decadent literature and themes of gender and sexuality exploration. Fans of works like Joris-Karl Huysmans' À rebours or Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray might find this novel intriguing, as it challenges societal norms and delves into psychological complexity.

4.1

903 ratings

63%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

211

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 1880s

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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