In Bret Easton Ellis's "American Psycho," the narrator delves into the superficial and materialistic world of the 1980s. He is a wealthy investment banker named Patrick Bateman, who appears to lead a perfect life but harbors dark and violent tendencies. The contrast between his facade and inner psyche illustrates the emptiness and moral decay of his social circle. The reference to the Irish band U2, highlighted on the cover of Time magazine, symbolizes the cultural landscape of the time. Their prominence signifies not only a musical revolution but also reflects the mainstream attention towards art and celebrity amidst the backdrop of Bateman's chilling narrative. The juxtaposition of high culture with Bateman's heinous actions emphasizes the disconnection between societal values and individual morality.

In Bret Easton Ellis's "American Psycho," the narrator delves into the superficial and materialistic world of the 1980s. He is a wealthy investment banker named Patrick Bateman, who appears to lead a perfect life but harbors dark and violent tendencies. The contrast between his facade and inner psyche illustrates the emptiness and moral decay of his social circle.

The reference to the Irish band U2, highlighted on the cover of Time magazine, symbolizes the cultural landscape of the time. Their prominence signifies not only a musical revolution but also reflects the mainstream attention towards art and celebrity amidst the backdrop of Bateman's chilling narrative. The juxtaposition of high culture with Bateman's heinous actions emphasizes the disconnection between societal values and individual morality.