The Complete Cosmicomics by Italo Calvino

The Complete Cosmicomics

Italo Calvino with Italo Calvino (Translator), William Weaver (Translator)

444 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories adventurous challenging reflective slow-paced
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The definitive edition of the cosmicomics, Italo Calvino's short stories exploring natural phenomena and the origins of the universe. "The Complete Cosmicomics "brings together all of these enchanting stories -- including some never before transla...

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Community Reviews Summary of 576 reviews

Moods

reflective 70%
adventurous 65%
funny 51%
challenging 46%
mysterious 37%
lighthearted 32%
informative 22%
inspiring 17%
emotional 10%
hopeful 8%
sad 5%
dark 3%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 34%
fast 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | N/A: 28% | Plot: 16% | Character: 14%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 39% | No: 31% | N/A: 19% | Yes: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 13% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 39% | Yes: 27% | No: 16% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 29% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 12%

Average rating

4.06

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