I'd like to read something by an established authoer who has a penchant for writing (well) about events in confined spaces or claustrophobic environments- a plot that does not leave a single room, for instance.
Is there anyone that really fits the bill?
Please view my 360 page (latest blog entry) ro get a feel for what I am trying to get at (The story 'The Last Stand'). I am looking for criticism or feedback so leave a comment or email me!
Thanks!
2007-02-15 21:23:25 · 6 answers · asked by David 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Other - Arts & Humanities
Hi there David, Viewed your blog. I have to say that, initially, I thought...here we go; but I was so inquisitive! Was pleasantly surprised! Your story is intriguing. I thoroughly enjoyed your evocative use of vocabulary well done, I am impressed. Have you heard of the author Thomas E. Gaddis? He wrote the Birdman of Alcatraz. Your story reminded me so much of it. It may be a source of inspiration for you. Your style also reminds me of Dean Koontz. You may like to read his book entitled Intensity. I read a book once about a man who went on a stag night. The prank played on him was to be buried in a shallow grave for a couple of hours. However, his friends were the only ones to know his whereabouts and they were all killed in a car crash on the way back to the pub. It chronicles the trials he goes through inside the coffin. It was compelling reading! Alas I cant remember the title of the book or author!! If you are interested, I will do some research on this an get back to you.
2007-02-15 22:17:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try "Huis Clos" ("No Exit" in English), the play by Jean-Paul Sartre.
Three damned souls, Garcin, Inez, and Estelle are brought to the same room in hell by a mysterious Valet. They had all expected medieval torture devices to punish them for eternity, but instead find a plain room furnished in Second Empire style.
The whole, one act play takes place in this room. There is an emphasis on bad faith which establishes Sartre's underlying argument of the play: "Hell is other people." Using only three people and an empty room, Sartre evokes scenes of utter torture and despair. The reactions of the characters in this enclosed environment and their fear of being judged by the others are of great interest... are we not "imprisoned" in life ?
2007-02-15 21:58:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd recommend a book called "Intensity" by Dean Koontz. The whole book is set over a 24 hour period and takes you on the emotional journey of someone who is stuck alone with a psychopathic killer who has just murdered her best friend and family. It also tells the story from the killer's perspective. The title of the book does the story justice!
2007-02-15 21:33:13 · answer #3 · answered by Helen B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kafka: gives you a real sense of confined 'mental spaces' frustrating and challenging read: The Trial or The Castle.
2007-02-15 21:41:56 · answer #4 · answered by nuander 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try "The Zoo Story" the play by Edward Albee. It starts and completes on a single bench.
2007-02-15 21:29:46 · answer #5 · answered by Kool-kat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about The Pit and the Pendulum by E.A. Poe?
2007-02-15 23:04:28 · answer #6 · answered by Lleh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋