The Amen Corner: A Drama in Three Acts by James Baldwin
The Amen Corner: A Drama in Three Acts
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James Baldwin
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The Amen Corner: A Drama in Three Acts

James Baldwin

97 pages • first pub 1954 (editions)

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Self-anointed Harlem store front preacher Margaret Alexander is the leader of her flock and about to see her world crumble. Son David her church organist, is set on following in the footsteps of his father, jazz musician Luke. When the errant hus...

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Community Reviews Summary of 141 reviews

Moods

emotional 94%
reflective 70%
tense 41%
sad 35%
challenging 23%
funny 11%
hopeful 11%
informative 11%
adventurous 5%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 5%
mysterious 5%
relaxing 5%

Pace

slow 40%
fast 33%
medium 26%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 85% | A mix: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | No: 7% | It's complicated: 7%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 53% | No: 23% | N/A: 15% | It's complicated: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 7%

Average rating

3.91

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