Rant by Chuck Palahniuk is a provocative and genre-defying novel presented as a series of conflicting interviews about the life and death of Buster "Rant" Casey—a rural misfit turned urban legend. Set in a dystopian future where society is divided into Daytimers and Nighttimers, the narrative unfolds through testimonies from friends, enemies, and acquaintances, painting a complex portrait of a man who may have instigated a rabies epidemic, participated in underground demolition derbies, and possibly discovered a means to transcend time itself. Blending elements of horror, science fiction, and dark satire, Palahniuk crafts a compelling exploration of identity, reality, and the power of storytelling.
Editorial Reviews
"This dark religious parable (there's even a resurrection) from the master of grotesque excess may not attract new readers, but it will delight old ones." —Publishers Weekly
"Palahniuk may have one of the firmest grasps on the English language of any modern author. His ability to switch between dozens of different voices, each with varying degrees of literacy and eloquence, each utterly distinct from the rest, is mind-boggling." —Northern Star
About the Author
Chuck Palahniuk (pronounced paula-nick) is an American novelist and journalist born on February 21, 1962, in Pasco, Washington. He graduated with a journalism degree from the University of Oregon in 1986 and worked as a diesel mechanic and volunteer at a hospice before turning to fiction writing. Palahniuk is renowned for his transgressive and satirical novels that delve into the darker aspects of human nature and society. His breakout novel, Fight Club (1996), gained a cult following and was adapted into a successful film. His writing is characterized by a minimalist style and a penchant for exploring themes of identity, mortality, and the absurdities of modern life.
