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A World Lost: A Novel by Wendell Berry

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bittersweet_symphony's review against another edition

4.0

The best of the Port Williams series I've read so far.

Andy Catlett's reflections on his uncle Andrew being killed was touching: in part, that it reminded me of the way in which I viewed my uncle when I was younger. He wasn't much older than me and yet remained a playful enigma.

With Uncle Andrew being a college boy, this book helped to bridge the rural world I'm less acquainted with to the more suburban one that I grew up in. A contemplative novella.

epicpseudonym's review against another edition

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1.0

There is an undeniably deep message in this book, but I have to admit that it isn't my taste. Despite it being just over 100 pages, it took me weeks to read. I would begin one of the short chapters and no matter the time of day, I would struggle to keep my eyes open long enough to finish. If you're looking for an escape, I wouldn't recommend this book. However, if you are looking for something real, relaxing, and descriptive---then by all means dive in. Definitely a book in contrast with modern life.

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5.0

For anyone that has suffered a loss too young, Andy Catlett’s story of the death of his namesake will bring a tear to your eye. Unanswered questions, anger, and grief that are a living presence for this family are laid out through Wendell Berry’s exquisite prose. His ability to sanctify what all we’ve lost is on full display here.

brb_reads's review

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4.0

Not my favorite of his so far but I still love getting to know all the characters that Wendell Berry is willing to introduce me to. Such simple and beautiful writing. You know you’ve found a favorite author when you want to pick up another by him right away.