The Radiance of the King by Camara Laye, James Kirkup

The Radiance of the King

Camara Laye, James Kirkup with James Kirkup (Translator)

288 pages first pub 1954 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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At the beginning of this masterpiece of African literature, Clarence, a white man, has been shipwrecked on the coast of Africa. Flush with self-importance, he demands to see the king, but the king has just left for the south of his realm. Travelin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 88 reviews

Moods

funny 70%
challenging 60%
reflective 60%
mysterious 50%
adventurous 40%
dark 40%
informative 20%
emotional 10%
tense 10%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 30%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | Plot: 16% | A mix: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 71% | No: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 62% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | No: 10%

Average rating

3.65

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