My Manservant and Me

My Manservant and Me is a story about an aging, incontinent author of middlebrow plays and his young film actor manservant, who is easily moved to delicate gestures and terrible tantrums. It reveals the rude specifics of their relationship with provocative humor and stylistic abjection.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: Nightboat Books

A captivating and darkly humorous tale of sadistic power dynamics, My Manservant and Me delves into the complexities of a unique relationship between an aging, incontinent author of successful middlebrow plays and his young live-in valet. Written from the uneasy perspective of the author, we gain insight into the tumultuous dynamics between the two characters. The manservant, a young film actor, is portrayed as effortlessly capable of displaying delicate gestures and explosive tantrums. With authority over his master's finances, wardrobe, and even bed, he refuses to allow his master to watch variety television, creating an intriguing and unsettling power dynamic.

Through the provocative humor and stylistic abjection of the narrative, My Manservant and Me exposes the raw and uncompromising nature of this relationship. The manservant, who seems to have no intention of leaving his position, adds an element of permanence and complexity to the story. The author's observations and reflections on their interactions provide a thought-provoking exploration of the boundaries between power, control, and the human psyche.

This captivating tale offers a unique perspective on the dynamics of relationships and the complexities of human behavior, leaving readers both entertained and contemplative. My Manservant and Me is a testament to the enduring power of literature to challenge societal norms and explore the darker corners of the human experience.

Weight: 128g
Dimension: 132 x 203 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781643621524