Kepler by John Banville

208 pages first pub 1981 (editions)

fiction historical challenging reflective slow-paced
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Johannes Kepler, born in 1571 in south Germany, was one of the world’s greatest mathematicians and astronomers. The novel Kepler, by John Banville, brilliantly recreates his life and his incredible drive to chart the orbits of the planets and the ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 41 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
informative 100%
reflective 66%
sad 66%
dark 33%
emotional 33%
inspiring 33%
mysterious 33%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.39

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