The Human Comedy by Don Freeman, Michael Farmer, William Saroyan

256 pages first pub 1943 (editions)

fiction classics historical emotional reflective sad slow-paced
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The place is Ithaca, in California's San Joaquin Valley. The time is World War II. The family is the Macauley's -- a mother, sister, and three brothers whose struggles and dreams reflect those of America's second-generation immigrants.. In particu...

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Community Reviews Summary of 296 reviews

Moods

sad 72%
emotional 63%
hopeful 63%
reflective 63%
lighthearted 36%
challenging 18%
inspiring 18%
relaxing 18%
adventurous 9%
funny 9%

Pace

slow 50%
fast 30%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 77% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

No: 57% | Yes: 28% | It's complicated: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | No: 12%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 87% | Yes: 12%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Average rating

3.96

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