The Stories of John Cheever by John Cheever, Pelle Fritz-Crone

The Stories of John Cheever

John Cheever, Pelle Fritz-Crone

693 pages first pub 1978 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective slow-paced
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Here are sixty-one stories that chronicle the lives of what has been called "the greatest generation." From the early wonder and disillusionment of city life in "The Enormous Radio" to the surprising discoveries and common mysteries of suburbia in...

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Community Reviews Summary of 479 reviews

Moods

reflective 88%
funny 55%
emotional 44%
sad 44%
adventurous 22%
dark 22%
challenging 11%
inspiring 11%
relaxing 11%

Pace

medium 55%
slow 33%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | N/A: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 42% | N/A: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 57% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 42% | N/A: 28% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 57% | N/A: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

4.11

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