The Hermit by Eugène Ionesco

The Hermit

Eugène Ionesco

169 pages first pub 1973 (editions)

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In his only novel, the celebrated dramatist has chosen as his main character a man who is both utterly banal yet strangely touched with grace, a lowly clerk who is none-the-less prey to luminous visions. At 35 he quits the "rat-race" thanks to an ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 9 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
reflective 100%
emotional 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.64

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