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512 pages • first pub 1950 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780156907903
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Mariner Books
Publication date: 21 October 1970
Description
In this compelling first novel, Kerouac draws on his New England mill-town boyhood to create the world of George and Marguerite Martin and their eight children, each endowed with an energy and a vision of life.
Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews
Moods
adventurous 80%
emotional 80%
dark 40%
funny 40%
sad 40%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
relaxing 20%
tense 20%
Pace
medium 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 75% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 33%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide, Homophobia, Racism
512 pages • first pub 1950 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780156907903
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Mariner Books
Publication date: 21 October 1970
Description
In this compelling first novel, Kerouac draws on his New England mill-town boyhood to create the world of George and Marguerite Martin and their eight children, each endowed with an energy and a vision of life.
Community Reviews Summary of 143 reviews
Moods
adventurous 80%
emotional 80%
dark 40%
funny 40%
sad 40%
challenging 20%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
relaxing 20%
tense 20%
Pace
medium 33%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 75% | A mix: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
Yes: 66% | No: 33%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 66% | Yes: 33%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Suicide, Homophobia, Racism