The Fur Hat by Vladimir Voinovich, Susan Brownsberger

132 pages first pub 1988 (editions)

fiction politics funny reflective fast-paced
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In this satire of Soviet life, an insecure but much-published novelist, Yefim Rakhlin, learns that the Writers' Union is giving fur hats to its members based on their importance, and that he rates only fluffy tomcat. Translated by Susan Brownsberg...

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Community Reviews Summary of 57 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
lighthearted 50%
dark 25%
hopeful 25%
reflective 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.8

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