The Fat Man in History by Peter Carey

The Fat Man in History

Peter Carey

192 pages first pub 1974 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories reflective slow-paced
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A landmark in contemporary Australian literature, The Fat Man in History brought early acclaim to Peter Carey for his brilliant and ingenious fiction. These twelve stories introduce visionary landscapes of intense clarity, where the rules of the g...

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Community Reviews Summary of 63 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
funny 100%
mysterious 100%
challenging 50%
reflective 50%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

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3.74

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