My Year of Rest and Relaxation By Ottessa Moshfegh
Feb 10, 2024 
My Year of Rest and Relaxation, written by Ottessa Moshfegh, is a novel that delves into the life of an unnamed protagonist who embarks on an unconventional journey to escape the ills of the world. Set in New York City during the year 2000, the story follows a young woman who seemingly has it all: youth, beauty, wealth, and intelligence. Moshfegh explores themes of loneliness, trauma, transformation, and the quest for meaning.
The novel candidly addresses substance use, suicide, eating disorders, and abusive behavior. Through dark humor and incisive prose, My Year of Rest and Relaxation invites readers to contemplate the boundaries of existence and the pursuit of inner peace.
My Year of Rest and Relaxation By Ottessa Moshfegh Book Info:
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Published: June 25, 2019
- ISBN: 9780525522133
- Pages: 182
- Size: 1.60
