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ellie_blaf's review
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
5.0
Another of Wendell Berry's masterpieces. I've read Jayber Crow, but this one was much easier to read due to it's shorter length. Highly recommend!
emilyhernon's review against another edition
4.0
Feels like a pairing with Andy Catlett, similar styles while this takes more of a coming of age approach. Such a straightforward, melodious read, something to ease the mind, while touching of life’s hardships and masculine relationships for a young boy.
quiltmom14's review against another edition
4.0
What a wonderful character book. Very slow burn....nothing much happens - but that’s like saying nothing happens in Moscow Gentleman. Everything happens. Life happens. This is such a lyrical book (I listened to it) and if you like descriptive , almost poetic language, this book is for you. I am definitely going to read the rest of this 10 book series.
schray32's review against another edition
3.0
I read Jayber Crow and loved it. Starting the whole series. This one was slower but I appreciate that in a way.
vcarman13's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty
amdawson's review
reflective
slow-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I enjoy Port Williams and the rural life Wendell Berry portrays so well. This is a short read that focuses on young Nathan Coulter and adds depth to other characters you might know from other books on the series.
brb_reads's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. If it’s not obvious, I can’t get enough of Port William and the residents who live there. After researching this book some I learned that this was the first one of his books set in Port William (very similar to his own hometown of Port Royal in Kentucky). I also learned that he received the National Humanities Medal in 2010. Will not be my last.
coinchantal's review against another edition
2.0
I couldn't get into the story because it was long winded and boring. Although this could be a good story, it just wasn't my liking.
readsewknit's review against another edition
4.0
Wendell Berry contains multitudes, delving into essays, fiction, and poetry, all with his steady view of the world on display.
NATHAN COULTER begins the Port William series, and Nathan is a teenager who comes of age and must make sense of the world, taking in the disparate examples of various family members around him. What is worth pursuing?
NATHAN COULTER begins the Port William series, and Nathan is a teenager who comes of age and must make sense of the world, taking in the disparate examples of various family members around him. What is worth pursuing?