The Sacred Book of the Werewolf by Victor Pelevin is a novel that combines fantasy, satire, and philosophy in a unique and provocative way. The protagonist is A Hu-Li, a two-thousand-year-old werefox who works as a high-class prostitute in Moscow. She has the ability to create illusions in the minds of her clients, making them believe that they are having sex with her, while she feeds on their life force. Her life changes when she meets Alexander, a mysterious man who turns out to be a werewolf and a high-ranking intelligence officer. The two fall in love and embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening, while also facing the dangers of the post-Soviet and post-9/11 world.
The novel is narrated by A Hu-Li in a witty and sarcastic voice, full of references to pop culture, literature, and mythology. She often breaks the fourth wall and addresses the reader directly, commenting on the nature of fiction and reality. Pelevin uses her perspective to explore various themes, such as the role of sex and power in society, the meaning of truth and identity, the influence of religion and ideology, and the potential of human consciousness. The novel is also rich in symbolism and allegory, drawing from various sources, such as Buddhism, Taoism, Gnosticism, and esotericism.
The Sacred Book of the Werewolf is a novel that challenges the reader to question their own assumptions and beliefs, and to look beyond the surface of things. It is a novel that blends humor and seriousness, fantasy and realism, and lies and truths, creating a complex and original work of art. It is a novel that deserves to be read and discussed by anyone who is interested in the possibilities of literature and the mysteries of life.
The novel has received mixed reviews from critics and readers. Some have praised it for its creativity, intelligence, and style, while others have criticized it for its obscurity, inconsistency, and pretentiousness. Some have found it to be a brilliant satire and a profound parable, while others have found it to be a confusing mess and a boring lecture. The novel has been compared to the works of Vladimir Nabokov, Mikhail Bulgakov, and Philip K. Dick, among others. The novel has also been translated into several languages, including English, French, German, and Spanish.
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