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Patricia Highsmith
The Price of Salt
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"The Price of Salt" by Patricia Highsmith is a groundbreaking novel that explores themes of love, identity, and desire. First published in 1952 under the pseudonym Claire Morgan, the novel has since become a classic of lesbian literature. The story follows Therese Belivet, a young woman working as a department store sales clerk, who becomes infatuated with a customer, Carol Aird. As their relationship deepens, Therese and Carol must navigate the societal pressures and prejudices of the time, as well as their own personal demons. Highsmith's writing is both elegant and evocative, capturing the emotions and experiences of her characters with a rare sensitivity and insight. The novel's portrayal of a same-sex relationship was groundbreaking for its time, and it remains a powerful and moving exploration of love and identity. One of the most striking aspects of "The Price of Salt" is its refusal to pathologize or moralize its characters' desires. Instead, Highsmith presents their relationship as a complex and nuanced emotional experience, one that is both exhilarating and fraught with danger. The novel's themes of identity and self-discovery are also particularly resonant. Therese and Carol are both women who are searching for their place in the world, struggling to reconcile their desires with the expectations of society. Through their relationship, they are able to find a sense of belonging and acceptance, even as they are forced to confront the challenges and prejudices of the world around them. Overall, "The Price of Salt" is a powerful and moving exploration of love, identity, and desire. Its groundbreaking portrayal of a same-sex relationship, as well as its nuanced and sensitive writing, make it a classic of lesbian literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of human emotion and experience...
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