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240 pages • first pub 1979 (editions)
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Language: English
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In seventeen slices of life that defy the expected and launch us into the absurd, T.C. Boyle offers his unique view of the world. A primate-center researcher becomes romantically involved with a chimp; a Norse poet overcomes bard-block; collectors...
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challenging 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%
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Gore, Racism, ViolenceModerate
Rape, Addiction, Body shamingMinor
Incest, Infertility, Infidelity
240 pages • first pub 1979 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In seventeen slices of life that defy the expected and launch us into the absurd, T.C. Boyle offers his unique view of the world. A primate-center researcher becomes romantically involved with a chimp; a Norse poet overcomes bard-block; collectors...
Community Reviews Summary of 42 reviews
Moods
challenging 50%
mysterious 50%
reflective 50%
tense 50%
Pace
fast 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%Strong character development?
N/A: 50% | No: 50%Loveable characters?
N/A: 50% | No: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
N/A: 50% | No: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Gore, Racism, ViolenceModerate
Rape, Addiction, Body shamingMinor
Incest, Infertility, Infidelity