Guillaume Dustan's Œuvres Published by P.O.L, Eight Years After His Death

P.O.L has released the first volume of Guillaume Dustan's collected works, eight years after his death at age 39. The volume includes his trilogy "Dans ma chambre," "Je sors ce soir," and "Plus fort que moi." Dustan, born William Baranès, was a magistrate who left the judiciary to become a gay writer and provocateur. He advocated for bareback sex during the AIDS crisis, causing controversy. The edition features critical introductions by writer Thomas Clerc, who provides biographical and contextual information without blunting Dustan's sharpness. Dustan's universe is one of male homosexual cruising, drugs, and S&M, described with rare power. The publication raises questions about the legitimation of scandalous works, as Dustan's provocations—like his stance against condoms—remain potent.