The Collector of Treasures and Other Botswana Village Tales by Bessie Head

The Collector of Treasures and Other Botswana Village Tales

Bessie Head

109 pages first pub 1977 (editions)

fiction short stories emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

A collection of short stories based on life in a Botswanan village, including the story of a woman who murders the husband who deserted her years before.

Community Reviews Summary of 24 reviews

Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 66%
informative 50%
sad 50%
challenging 16%
dark 16%
inspiring 16%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 33%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.95

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