Author: Iain Banks
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Genre: Psychological Horror, Dark Fiction
Year of Publication: 1998
Date of Publication: September 10, 1998
Pages: 184
ISBN-10: 0684853159
ISBN-13: 978-0684853154
Summary
The Wasp Factory tells the story of Frank, a troubled teenager with a dark, ritualistic relationship with death and control.
His eccentric and disturbing behavior escalates as he confronts family secrets and his own fractured identity.
Main Plot & Characters
The story centers on Frank, who lives on a secluded island with his father.
As he performs bizarre rituals and engages in violent acts, his family’s secrets slowly unravel, leading to a shocking revelation.
Key Themes of The Wasp Factory
- Isolation and Alienation: Frank’s isolation from society fuels his unique perspective and eccentric actions.
- Identity and Self-Discovery: The novel looks into Frank’s search for understanding within a disturbed mind.
- Violence and Control: Frank’s need for control manifests through ritualistic violence, reflecting his internal struggles.
- Family Secrets: Hidden truths about Frank’s family add depth to the story’s psychological exploration.
Writing Style
Banks’s writing style is haunting yet darkly humorous.
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