Message
One of the main messages presented in the novel American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis comes from the novel’s satire of “yuppie culture” and consumerism. As such, the novel suggests that the mindless and obsessive pursuit of wealth and success can wear down people’s moral compass and their ability to connect with one another on a meaningful level. The novel critiques a culture that places material gain and social status above human relationships and ethical values. It warns against the dehumanizing effects of excessive ...