Death Wish

Death Wish

1974 • Action, Crime, DramaR
After his wife is murdered by street punks, a pacifistic New York City architect becomes a one-man vigilante squad, prowling the streets for would-be muggers after dark.
Runtime: 1h 33m
Dive into the gripping narrative of Brian Garfield's 'Death Wish,' a novel that not only provides the intense drama and action found in its cinematic counterpart but also offers a deeper exploration into the psychological turmoil of a man on the edge. Garfield's nuanced storytelling delves into societal issues and personal tragedy, capturing the essence of despair that fuels a person's resort to vigilantism. Unlike the film's straightforward appeal to violence and revenge, the book engages readers with complex moral questions, asking them to ponder the implications of taking justice into one's own hands. The inner dialogues and moral conflicts of the protagonist, Paul Benjamin, draw readers into a profound narrative, challenging them to reflect on the nature of justice and the cost of vengeance. Reading 'Death Wish' offers an enriched experience filled with suspenseful storytelling and detailed character development. It provides valuable insight into the protagonist's motivations and struggles, presenting a story that transcends the allure of action, thus inviting readers to explore the layered and often unsettling realities of crime and retribution.

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Death Wish
by Brian Garfield