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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
I have a tradition of reading a banned book during Banned Book Week. This year’s pick was one of the first books burned by the Nazis – All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria Remarque. Published in 1929, it was a literary sensation and gave voice to the hellish conditions of World War I as experienced by the soldiers on both sides of the trenches. A deceptively simple writing style that gives the perspective of an eighteen-year old makes it a fast read even if it is not an easy one. If you need a reminder of the power of books you only have to read the Author’s Note at the front of the book.
-Bethany R.-
-Bethany R.-
dark
emotional
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Grim. Definitely some complexity that the movie from last year couldn't quite capture.
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It was interesting to read from a German POV. It was a very short book so it was a quick read.
adventurous
dark
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
i seriously need to stop reading these war books, none will ever compare to catch 22 and theyre kinda all exactly the same. mostly forgettable
Boring, bored, etc... I guess that's the point of it. But does not make for a good read for me.
Every time I read this, it is just as heart-wrenching as the last time I read it.
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A