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Ockham's Razor: The Mindscape of James Ferace
From the author of "Imago Mortis," "Somnambulism," and "All the Ills of the Flesh," comes the all-new anthology "Ockham's The Mindscape of James Ferace." Called "One of the most exciting new contemporary voices in fiction" by Gregory Norris, author of "The Fierce and Unforgiving Muse," Ferace's writing has been called "Disturbing," "Fascinatingly Grotesque," and "Haunting" by many. Now in this all-new collection, experience some of his most unforgettable work yet, including "Delusions of Grandeur," "The Plague Flowers," "Cathal," and "Blunt Force Trauma."
404 pages, Paperback
First published May 13, 2013
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September 9, 2014
Almost 400 soul ripping, mind raping, heart shredding, intestinal cramping pages! A grimoire of depravity that the whole family can enjoy! How can you describe such a book. You can see where Poe had a strong influence in the life of Mr. Ferace. That being said, he does not just incorporate bits of Poes style into his prose but imagine if you take Poe, David Cronenberg, Robert Aickman and Dostoyevsky and put them into a room together and have them have a literary orgy...this is how "Ockham's Razor" reads. Here is a quote that can better explain James' book:
"In health, you are legion. But in pain, sickness...you are alone."---Extremity
Reading through this book is like looking at a slow changing Rorscach print. These are stories that are as intricate as they are disturbing. When you read one and then go back to it, you read details you have not read the first time. As much as the underlining themes of lonliness, madness and suffering (be it physical or psychological) run rampant throughout the many stories in this book, there is something I see that makes this book even more a great find.
Passion and Love.
Didn't think I would say that, did you?
I do not mean the Barbara Cartland-Judith Krantz-Lifetime movie of the month passion and love.
I see a writer who has a love and passion for the written word and all the magic that could come from putting his blood, mind and soul into every letter that is typed in this book.
"Cathal" takes the idea of a Doppleganger and twists it like a corkscrew into your psyche.
If you have ever experienced a bad breakup and are left heart broken and shattered, you will feel "Grief Scripture" down to you very soul.
"Quietus" brings to mind "The Cask of Amontillado" made into modern times written with the nihilism of Ambrose Bierce...with a twist.
"Chemical Burn" is a story of obsession brought to an unimaginable degree.
"Gestation Period" gives new meaning to motherly love.
Trying to describe "Blunt Force Trauma" is better summed up like this: picture "Freaky Friday" if John Woo and H.G. Lewis directed it in a movie!
I can go on and on but why don't I let you experience this book for yourself. A complex book of stories that I highly recommend!
"In health, you are legion. But in pain, sickness...you are alone."---Extremity
Reading through this book is like looking at a slow changing Rorscach print. These are stories that are as intricate as they are disturbing. When you read one and then go back to it, you read details you have not read the first time. As much as the underlining themes of lonliness, madness and suffering (be it physical or psychological) run rampant throughout the many stories in this book, there is something I see that makes this book even more a great find.
Passion and Love.
Didn't think I would say that, did you?
I do not mean the Barbara Cartland-Judith Krantz-Lifetime movie of the month passion and love.
I see a writer who has a love and passion for the written word and all the magic that could come from putting his blood, mind and soul into every letter that is typed in this book.
"Cathal" takes the idea of a Doppleganger and twists it like a corkscrew into your psyche.
If you have ever experienced a bad breakup and are left heart broken and shattered, you will feel "Grief Scripture" down to you very soul.
"Quietus" brings to mind "The Cask of Amontillado" made into modern times written with the nihilism of Ambrose Bierce...with a twist.
"Chemical Burn" is a story of obsession brought to an unimaginable degree.
"Gestation Period" gives new meaning to motherly love.
Trying to describe "Blunt Force Trauma" is better summed up like this: picture "Freaky Friday" if John Woo and H.G. Lewis directed it in a movie!
I can go on and on but why don't I let you experience this book for yourself. A complex book of stories that I highly recommend!
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