52 pages 1 hour read

J. G. Ballard

High-Rise

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1975

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Reviews & Readership

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High-Rise by J. G. Ballard offers a dark, dystopian portrayal of modern society's descent into chaos within a luxury apartment building. Critics praise Ballard's incisive social commentary and vivid prose. However, some find the relentless bleakness overwhelming and the characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a thought-provoking work, but its intensity and grim vision may not appeal to everyone.

Who should read this

Who Should Read High-Rise?

Readers who relish dystopian satire and psychological thrillers will appreciate J. G. Ballard's High-Rise. Fans of George Orwell's 1984 or William Golding's Lord of the Flies will find the novel's exploration of societal breakdown within a luxury high-rise compelling and thought-provoking.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
British Literature
Themes
Society: Class
Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos