An Accidental Man by Iris Murdoch

An Accidental Man

Iris Murdoch

376 pages first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction literary emotional reflective slow-paced
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This is the story of the comic, relentless struggle for survival of Austin Gibson Grey, the accidental man. Austin is one of those people who thrives through the destruction of others. The others, in Austin's case, include his successful elder bro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 50 reviews

Moods

dark 80%
funny 80%
reflective 60%
sad 40%
challenging 20%
mysterious 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

medium 60%
slow 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 80% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 80% | No: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.5

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