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318 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780804169882
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage International
Publication date: 11 March 2014
Description
In prose that soars with the rhythms, grandeur, and tragic arc of an epic poem, Toni Morrison challenges our most fiercely held beliefs as she weaves folklore and history, memory and myth into an unforgettable meditation on race, religion, gender,...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,167 reviews
Moods
dark 69%
emotional 64%
reflective 54%
mysterious 40%
tense 39%
sad 36%
inspiring 7%
adventurous 5%
hopeful 3%
informative 3%
funny 2%
Pace
medium 37%
fast 1%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 10%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | Yes: 23% | No: 17%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Misogyny, Self harm, Gun violenceModerate
Child death, Rape, Sexual violenceMinor
Slavery, Alcoholism, Child abuse318 pages • first pub 1997 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780804169882
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage International
Publication date: 11 March 2014
Description
In prose that soars with the rhythms, grandeur, and tragic arc of an epic poem, Toni Morrison challenges our most fiercely held beliefs as she weaves folklore and history, memory and myth into an unforgettable meditation on race, religion, gender,...
Community Reviews Summary of 2,167 reviews
Moods
dark 69%
emotional 64%
reflective 54%
mysterious 40%
tense 39%
sad 36%
inspiring 7%
adventurous 5%
hopeful 3%
informative 3%
funny 2%
Pace
medium 37%
fast 1%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 60% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 4%Strong character development?
Yes: 61% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 10%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 58% | Yes: 23% | No: 17%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 7% | N/A: 1%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Misogyny, Self harm, Gun violenceModerate
Child death, Rape, Sexual violenceMinor
Slavery, Alcoholism, Child abuse