The English Teacher by R.K. Narayan

The English Teacher

R.K. Narayan

184 pages first pub 1945 (view editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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A reader who appreciates introspective, character-driven narratives exploring the interplay of daily life and profound existential themes within a culturally rich setting would find this book ideal.

Description

R. K. Narayan (1906—2001) witnessed nearly a century of change in his native India and captured it in fiction of uncommon warmth and vibrancy. The title character in The English Teacher, Narayan’s most autobiographical novel, searches for meaning ...

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Community Reviews

3.58
based on 246 reviews

Moods

emotional: 70%

reflective: 70%

sad: 70%

hopeful: 50%

inspiring: 30%

funny: 20%

relaxing: 20%

tense: 20%

lighthearted: 10%


Pace

11% of readers chose fast
33% of readers chose medium
55% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

100% of readers chose Character
Character

Strong character development?

66% of readers chose Yes
33% of readers chose Complicated
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Complicated

Loveable characters?

83% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose No
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No

Diverse cast of characters?

66% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
16% of readers chose No
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Complicated
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

33% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
50% of readers chose No
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Complicated
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