Lolita

Lolita

Vladimir Nabokov, 2006, Penguin Classics

Overview

This novel explores the complex and disturbing narrative of Humbert, a middle-aged professor fixated on a young girl named Lolita. The story delves into his obsessive desire to possess her, raising questions about his sanity, motivations, and moral character. Is he driven by love, madness, or something more sinister? The narrative examines the duality of his persona, portraying him as a poet, a pervert, a tortured soul, or a monster.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in psychological fiction.
• Those exploring themes of obsession and morality.
• Adult readers seeking challenging literary works.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 368
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Penguin Group
• Series: Penguin Classics
• Year: 2006
• ISBN: 9780141023496