Reviews tagging 'Xenophobia'

An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro

1 review

talonsontypewriters's review against another edition

reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Grief, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Fire/Fire injury, and Death

Minor: Suicide, Injury/Injury detail, War, Racism, Xenophobia, Pregnancy, and Ableism

WWII-era attitudes of imperialism, colonization, and orientalism. Passing use of ableist language. Smoking; discussion of underage drinking.