My Mother, Madame Edwarda, The Dead Man
(Author) Georges BatailleIn these three works of erotic prose Georges Bataille fuses sex and spirituality in a highly personal and philosophical vision of the self. My Mother is a frank and intense depiction of a young man's sexual initiation and corruption by his mother, where the profane becomes sacred, and intense experience is shown as the only way to transcend the boundaries of society and morality. Madame Edwarda is the story of a prostitute who calls herself God, and The Dead Man, published in 1964 after Bataille's death, is a startling short tale of cruelty and desire. This volume also contains Bataille's own introductions to his texts as well as essays by Yukio Mishima and Ken Hollings.
Georges Bataille
Georges Bataille (1897-1962) was a French writer and philosopher known for his provocative and controversial works that explored themes of eroticism, death, and transgression. His most notable works include "Story of the Eye," "The Accursed Share," and "Erotism: Death and Sensuality." Bataille's literary style was characterized by a blend of philosophical inquiry, poetic prose, and surreal imagery. He made significant contributions to literature through his exploration of taboo subjects and his challenge to conventional moral and social norms. Bataille's impact on his genre can be seen in his influence on postmodern and avant-garde writers, as well as his role in the development of French intellectual thought. His most famous work, "Story of the Eye," remains a controversial and influential work in the realm of transgressive literature.
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