Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Suskind, Patrick
ISBN 10: 0140120831 ISBN 13: 9780140120837
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Survivor, genius, perfumer, killer: this is Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. He is abandoned on the filthy streets of Paris 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 all the city. Yet there is one odor he cannot capture. It is exquisite, magical: the scent of a young virgin. And to get it he must kill. And kill. And kill.
About the Author:
Patrick Süskind 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 Süskind lives and writes in Munich.
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Title: Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Publication Date: 1989
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Survivor, genius, perfumer, killer: this is Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. He is abandoned on the filthy streets of Paris 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 all the city. Yet there is one odor he cannot capture. It is exquisite, magical: the scent of a young virgin. And to get it he must kill. And kill. And kill. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR000515962
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Paperback. Condition: Used. In the grand tradition of oddball literary escapades, Patrick Süskind?s ?Perfume? waltzes onto the stage like an uninvited guest at a posh soiree, leaving behind a lingering scent of intrigue and a whiff of the bizarre. Written in 1987 and meticulously brought to you by the illustrious Penguin, this novel is a curious concoction that dares to explore the fragrant yet fetid corners of human obsession. It?s the sort of book that might make you question the very essence of what it means to smell good, or if there?s such a thing as a ?too much? approach to personal hygiene. Picture this: a protagonist born in a fish market?yes, you read that correctly?who grows up in the aromatic embrace of rot and decay. Grenouille, our olfactory anti-hero, seems to have emerged from the pages of a gothic fairy tale, albeit one where the fairy godmother is a poorly vetted sanitation inspector. If you?ve ever wondered how one can be both a stench and a savant, this book might just leave your nostrils tingling with anticipation, or perhaps revulsion. As Grenouille embarks on his delightful yet grotesque journey through 18th-century France, he isn?t just collecting scents; he?s curating a fragrant arsenal aimed at achieving his own brand of immortality. The sheer audacity of it all is almost admirable, as he concocts perfumes that could charm the pants off the most austere of aristocrats?if only he could manage to charm a decent bar of soap first. What?s particularly ironic about ?Perfume? is how it transforms the olfactory sense into a sumptuous yet sinister weapon of choice. You may find yourself questioning why you?ve only ever loved flowers and good old-fashioned soap; it seems Grenouille had other, darker ideas. His quest for an ethereal scent leads him down a path littered with corpses and questionable moral decisions, proving once and for all that one man?s perfume is another man?s poison. As you immerse yourself in this fragrant odyssey, prepare to experience the following: Intriguingly detailed descriptions that might just make you reconsider how much you enjoy your morning coffee. A surprisingly philosophical take on identity, wrapped snugly in a cloak of olfactory notes. A parade of characters who could easily be the highlights of a bizarre talent show. A sense of revulsion that may have you reaching for an air freshener while reading. The delightful irony of a book centered on scent that may leave you feeling somewhat nasally assaulted. Condition: This particular copy has seen better days, possessing all the charm and quirks of a second-hand book that?s been loved (or perhaps slightly abused) by its previous owners. Expect the pages to bear the marks of time, with the occasional coffee stain that only adds to its character?like a well-aged cheese, if you will. The cover has embraced a soft patina of wear, perfectly embodying the spirit of Crappy Old Books, where every crease tells a story, and every dog-eared page is a testament to a reader?s intense engagement. In conclusion, ?Perfume? is not merely a book; it?s an experience?a multi-layered sensory journey that invites readers to engage in the fragrant, and occasionally foul, underbelly of humanity. Whether you find yourself enthralled by its dark comedy or perplexed by its profundity, one thing is certain: you?ll never look at a bottle of cologne the same way again. So, come indulge in this olfactory odyssey, courtesy of your friends at Crappy Old Books, where even the quirkiest tales await the discerning reader. Seller Inventory # 2057
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Paperback. Condition: Good. Survivor, genius, perfumer, killer: this is Jean-Baptiste Grenouille. He is abandoned on the filthy streets of Paris 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 all the city. Yet there is one odor he cannot capture. It is exquisite, magical: the scent of a young virgin. And to get it he must kill. And kill. And kill. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR000574459
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