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Set in post‑war Brest, the novel centers on Georges Querelle, a daring sailor entangled in theft, murder, and a tangled web of illicit affairs. His pursuits intersect with fellow sailors, brothel owners, and corrupt police alike, framing a narrative that explores themes of sexuality, revolution, and the underground underbelly of working‑class life. Throughout, Genet graces the text with sharp dialogue and a suspiciously vivid portrayal of queer and working‑class identities on the sea.
First publish date: 1953
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Gay Fiction
Authors: Jean Genet
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