Résumé
This excerpt comes from the book The Collector, written by the British writer John Fowles. He was a famous novelist of the twentieth century, particularly known for his deep and descriptive works combining psychological probing and social issues.
Although this extract is actually in the very first pages of The Collector, we can find that unmistakable atmosphere that defines John Fowles.
Contents:
I) Dissection of an Unusual Entomology
A. Frederic Clegg: his day-to-day life
B. His obsession
C. His psychologic portrait
II) Portrait of an Oblivious Study Subject
A. Miranda: an oblivious victim
B. Clues about the impending kidnapping
C. A violent dream