The Painter of Signs by R.K. Narayan

The Painter of Signs

R.K. Narayan

176 pages first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous slow-paced
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For Raman the sign painter, life is a familiar and satisfying routine. A man of simple, rational ways, he lives with his pious aunt and prides himself on his creative work. But all that changes when he meets Daisy, a thrillingly independent young ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 131 reviews

Moods

emotional 55%
reflective 33%
adventurous 22%
funny 22%
relaxing 22%
challenging 11%
lighthearted 11%
tense 11%

Pace

slow 45%
medium 45%
fast 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 22%

Strong character development?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

No: 44% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 22%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 71% | No: 28%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.32

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