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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
This was one odd duck of a story. I don't think I've ever read something so absurd, but so entertaining.
Bartleby is a crazy kook who does what all of us dream about doing and on a daily bases and just says no to his employer. Shock and awe. Now, to you and me we would probably be given a strong talking to and if we continued to say no, then we would probably be fired, but Bartleby's employer is so flabbergasted he just turns around and leaves.
If you could imagine this going on for days, the scene unfolding becoming even more insane, but still Bartleby says no.
Favorite Quote:
Bartleby in a singularly mild, firm voice, replied, "I would prefer not to."
I rated this book 3 out of 5 stars for its dryer writing style. I wasn't that big a fan how the whole thing played out, but the whole story was so short it was easy enough to finish.
This short story is definitely recommended as a quick hoot on a rainy spring evening.
Bartleby is a crazy kook who does what all of us dream about doing and on a daily bases and just says no to his employer. Shock and awe. Now, to you and me we would probably be given a strong talking to and if we continued to say no, then we would probably be fired, but Bartleby's employer is so flabbergasted he just turns around and leaves.
If you could imagine this going on for days, the scene unfolding becoming even more insane, but still Bartleby says no.
Favorite Quote:
Bartleby in a singularly mild, firm voice, replied, "I would prefer not to."
I rated this book 3 out of 5 stars for its dryer writing style. I wasn't that big a fan how the whole thing played out, but the whole story was so short it was easy enough to finish.
This short story is definitely recommended as a quick hoot on a rainy spring evening.
Hadi ben de yapayım: Kısa hikaye hakkında çok şey söyleyebilirim ama söylememeyi tercih ediyorum, tabii o Önsöz hariç. Ne Önsöz'dü be o, hiçbir şey anlamadım. :D
“At present I would prefer not to be a little reasonable,' was his mildly cadaverous reply.”
What a beautifully written book.
I read Moby Dick many years ago, and loved it. It's one of my absolute favourites. Therefore, I'm not sure why it's taken so long for me to read anything else by Melville. His style of writing is a joy to behold.
A Wall Street lawyer employs an unusual clerk. At first, his eccentricities are mild, but soon become increasingly problematic. The lawyer is left perplexed as to what to do.
There's a number of interpretations to this story. Some believe it's about depression. Others say it's a metaphor for writer's block or depression. Whatever the case, I enjoyed it for what it was; a fascinating tale from start to finish.
It was published in 1853, and no doubt perplexed its audience as it does today.
5/5!
“Ah, happiness courts the light, so we deem the world is gay; but misery hides aloof, so we deem that misery there is none.”
What a beautifully written book.
I read Moby Dick many years ago, and loved it. It's one of my absolute favourites. Therefore, I'm not sure why it's taken so long for me to read anything else by Melville. His style of writing is a joy to behold.
A Wall Street lawyer employs an unusual clerk. At first, his eccentricities are mild, but soon become increasingly problematic. The lawyer is left perplexed as to what to do.
There's a number of interpretations to this story. Some believe it's about depression. Others say it's a metaphor for writer's block or depression. Whatever the case, I enjoyed it for what it was; a fascinating tale from start to finish.
It was published in 1853, and no doubt perplexed its audience as it does today.
5/5!
“Ah, happiness courts the light, so we deem the world is gay; but misery hides aloof, so we deem that misery there is none.”
challenging
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Bartleby is the very definition of a maddening character. But god bless Melville for spinning this tale.
A lawyer hires a clerk, who gradually refuses to do anything, just stares at the wall, and won’t even leave when fired, always giving the excuse, “I prefer not to.” The lawyer feels bad for the clerk and lets him get away with it.
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced