The Mystic Masseur by V.S. Naipaul

The Mystic Masseur

V.S. Naipaul

215 pages first pub 1957 (editions)

fiction literary funny reflective slow-paced
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The Mystic Masseur, V.S. Naipaul's first novel, is the story of the rise and rise of Ganesh, from failed primary school teacher and struggling masseur to author, revered mystic and MBE. It is a journey memorable for it's hilarious and bewildering ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 121 reviews

Moods

funny 71%
lighthearted 42%
dark 28%
reflective 28%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 33%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%

Average rating

3.35

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