The Planetarium by Nathalie Sarraute

The Planetarium

Nathalie Sarraute with Maria Jolas (Translator)

246 pages first pub 1959 (editions)

fiction challenging funny reflective slow-paced
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A young writer has his heart set on his aunt's large apartment. With this seemingly simple conceit, the characters of The Planetarium are set in orbit and a galaxy of argument, resentment, and bitterness erupts. Telling the story from various poin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 29 reviews

Moods

reflective 66%
challenging 33%
funny 33%
mysterious 33%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Loveable characters?

No: 33% | It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.4

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