The article analyzes Shobha De's novel Strange Obsession through the lens of Abraham Maslow's theory of physiological needs, with particular emphasis on sex as a fundamental human requirement. It examines the character of Minx, whose traumatic childhood marked by neglect and incest leads to psychological imbalance, hatred toward men, and obsessive lesbian desire. The study explores how deprivation of parental love, care, and moral guidance results in distorted relationships, violence, and obsession. Through characters such as Minx and Amrita, the paper highlights the role of sexual desire in shaping human behavior, moral degeneration, and emotional instability, concluding that fulfillment of basic emotional and physiological needs is essential for healthy personality development.
Research Scholar, P.G. Department of English and Research Centre, Magadh University, Bodh-Gaya
